Lake Jean Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Jean Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 408 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | GA04165 |
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
Columbia County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jean Dam?
Lake Jean 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 Jean Dam?
Lake Jean Dam is owned by Columbia County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Jean Dam?
Lake Jean Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Jean Dam?
Lake Jean 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.