R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | NC03329 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Fred Jones
Private
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What is the hazard classification of R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam?
R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam?
R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam is owned by Fred Jones (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam?
R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam last inspected?
R.S. Jones Jr Upper Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.