Jenkins Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jenkins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length1,125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1,400 sq mi
Year Modified1973
NID IDGA03482

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 27, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

The Paul Jenkins Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jenkins Lake Dam?

Jenkins Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Jenkins Lake Dam?

Jenkins Lake Dam is owned by The Paul Jenkins Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jenkins Lake Dam?

Jenkins Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jenkins Lake Dam?

Jenkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Jenkins Lake Dam last inspected?

Jenkins Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.