Jones Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jones Lake Dam, located in Monroe, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earthen dam stands at a height of 27.2 feet and has a length of 600 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 190.1 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Jones Lake Dam is inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in June 2018. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating the need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures in the future. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jones Lake Dam serves as an interesting case study in recreational dam infrastructure in the state of Georgia.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
27.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
190.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
21cfs |
Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon
|
6cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
1600cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
2030cfs |
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.
Jones Lake Dam