Lake Jennifer Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Jennifer Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03181 |
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
Lake Jennifer Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jennifer Dam?
Lake Jennifer 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 Jennifer Dam?
Lake Jennifer Dam is owned by Lake Jennifer Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Jennifer Dam built?
Lake Jennifer Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Jennifer Dam?
Lake Jennifer 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 Jennifer Dam?
Lake Jennifer Dam has a dam height of 13 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.