Jones Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jones Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | GA05072 |
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
Jones, Carl
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jones Lake Dam?
Jones 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 Lake Dam?
Jones Lake Dam is owned by Jones, Carl (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jones Lake Dam?
Jones 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 Jones Lake Dam?
Jones Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Jones Lake Dam was last inspected on September 9, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.