Upper Jones Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Jones Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 338 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 580 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02380 |
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
Jones, James Pinckney
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Jones Lake Dam?
Upper Jones 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 Jones Lake Dam?
Upper Jones Lake Dam is owned by Jones, James Pinckney (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Jones Lake Dam?
Upper Jones Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Jones Lake Dam?
Upper Jones Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.