Upper Jackson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Jackson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| NID ID | GA05547 |
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
Forrester, Jeff 7& Janis
Private
Nearby Dams
Lower Jackson Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 39 ftHaynes Road Pond Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 27 ftTrade Winds Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 31 ftBell Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 31 ftJerry Thacker Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 31 ftJ. W. Herndon Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 25 ftLacy Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 26 ftRiver Green Lake Dam
Cherokee, GA
Low Hazard 52 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Jackson Lake Dam?
Upper Jackson 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 Upper Jackson Lake Dam?
Upper Jackson Lake Dam is owned by Forrester, Jeff 7& Janis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Jackson Lake Dam?
Upper Jackson 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 Upper Jackson Lake Dam?
Upper Jackson Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Upper Jackson Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Jackson Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.