Lake Jabekit Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Jabekit 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 | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00962 |
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
Eberhardt, Kenneth G.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jabekit Dam?
Lake Jabekit 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 Lake Jabekit Dam?
Lake Jabekit Dam is owned by Eberhardt, Kenneth G. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Jabekit Dam built?
Lake Jabekit 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 Lake Jabekit Dam?
Lake Jabekit 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 Lake Jabekit Dam?
Lake Jabekit Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Lake Jabekit Dam last inspected?
Lake Jabekit Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.