Jones Dam

Monroe, Georgia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area105 sq mi
NID IDGA05463

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: June 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Peterson, Michelle and Housen

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jones Dam?

Jones 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 Jones Dam?

Jones Dam is owned by Peterson, Michelle and Housen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jones Dam?

Jones 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 Jones Dam?

Jones Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Jones Dam last inspected?

Jones Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. 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.