Jordon Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Talbot, Georgia· Built 1970· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jordon 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 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDGA02691

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: June 20, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Jordon Farms, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jordon Lake Dam?

Jordon 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 Jordon Lake Dam?

Jordon Lake Dam is owned by Jordon Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jordon Lake Dam built?

Jordon 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 Jordon Lake Dam?

Jordon 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 Jordon Lake Dam?

Jordon Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Jordon Lake Dam last inspected?

Jordon Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2017. 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.