Jordan Company Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jordan Company Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 175 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02736 |
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
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, WILDLIFE RESOURCES DIVISION
State Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jordan Company Lake Dam?
Jordan Company 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 Jordan Company Lake Dam?
Jordan Company Lake Dam is owned by GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, WILDLIFE RESOURCES DIVISION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jordan Company Lake Dam built?
Jordan Company Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Jordan Company Lake Dam?
Jordan Company 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 Jordan Company Lake Dam?
Jordan Company Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Jordan Company Lake Dam last inspected?
Jordan Company Lake Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.