Jones Lake Dam

FARMER BRANCH· Fannin, Georgia· Built 1991· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Jones Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length105 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage177 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDGA06976

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 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

James W. Stephens

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 James W. Stephens (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jones Lake Dam built?

Jones Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Jones Lake Dam?

Jones 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 Jones Lake Dam last inspected?

Jones Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. 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.