Jones Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jones Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03468 |
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
Docia Farms Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jones Farm Lake Dam?
Jones Farm 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 Jones Farm Lake Dam?
Jones Farm Lake Dam is owned by Docia Farms Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jones Farm Lake Dam built?
Jones Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Jones Farm Lake Dam?
Jones Farm 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 Jones Farm Lake Dam?
Jones Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Jones Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.