J.R. Gibson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
J.R. Gibson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,615 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 134 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00211 |
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
J.R. GIBSON LAKE DAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J.R. Gibson Lake Dam?
J.R. Gibson 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 J.R. Gibson Lake Dam?
J.R. Gibson Lake Dam is owned by J.R. GIBSON LAKE DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J.R. Gibson Lake Dam built?
J.R. Gibson Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 J.R. Gibson Lake Dam?
J.R. Gibson 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 J.R. Gibson Lake Dam?
J.R. Gibson Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 J.R. Gibson Lake Dam last inspected?
J.R. Gibson Lake Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.