Jgd Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jgd Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00814 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
JGD Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jgd Farms Lake Dam?
Jgd Farms 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 Jgd Farms Lake Dam?
Jgd Farms Lake Dam is owned by JGD Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jgd Farms Lake Dam built?
Jgd Farms Lake Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Jgd Farms Lake Dam?
Jgd Farms Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jgd Farms Lake Dam?
Jgd Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Jgd Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Jgd Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.