Jones Lake West Dam
Key Takeaway
Jones Lake West Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 271 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05146 |
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
SJBJ Properties LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jones Lake West Dam?
Jones Lake West 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 West Dam?
Jones Lake West Dam is owned by SJBJ Properties LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jones Lake West Dam built?
Jones Lake West Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Lake West Dam?
Jones Lake West 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 West Dam?
Jones Lake West Dam has a dam height of 27 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 West Dam last inspected?
Jones Lake West Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.