Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South, located in Coffee County, Georgia, was completed in 1962 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 240.6 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 116.9 acre-feet. The dam spans 690 feet in length and covers a surface area of 20.5 acres, providing essential water resources for the local community.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction and inspections, with the last inspection conducted in July 2020. Classified with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unspecified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital water resource infrastructure in the region.
Overall, Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South stands as a crucial asset for water management in Coffee County, Georgia, contributing to irrigation, fire protection, and recreational activities. As part of the larger water resource network in the area, this dam underscores the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance and risk management to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure sustainable water supply for the community.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
240.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
0cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam South