Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South
Key Takeaway
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00929 |
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
Joyce Jowers Ashley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South 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 Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South is owned by Joyce Jowers Ashley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South built?
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South has a dam height of 17 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 Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South last inspected?
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South was last inspected on July 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.