Jacobs Creek, located in Folsom, California, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1948 for water supply purposes, primarily irrigation and water supply. With a height of 53 feet and a hydraulic height of 47.9 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 587 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 42 acres. The drainage area served by Jacobs Creek is 0.49 square miles.

Managed by the state regulatory agency, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and Safety of Dams, Jacobs Creek has been classified as having low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in September 2017. Regular inspections occur, with the most recent one conducted in May 2020. The dam poses no current risk of failure, and emergency action plans are in place to ensure the safety of the surrounding area in the event of a potential breach.

Jacobs Creek not only serves as a vital water resource for the local community but also contributes to the overall water supply infrastructure in California. As climate change continues to impact water availability and distribution, monitoring and maintaining structures like Jacobs Creek will be crucial in ensuring sustainable water management practices for the future.