Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North dam
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North
Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North, located in Irwin County, Georgia, was completed in 1975 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock watering, and as a small fish pond. Owned by a private entity, this earth dam stands at a height of 18.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 277.5 acre-feet. With a surface area of 25 acres and a drainage area of 180 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
Although the dam's hazard potential is classified as low, it is important to note that the last inspection was conducted in 2009, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for updated evaluation and maintenance. With the risk assessment categorized as moderate, there is a call for increased monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
As a part of the Natural Resources Conservation Service's portfolio, this dam is an integral part of the local water infrastructure. With its primary purpose being to provide essential services to the surrounding community, it is essential for stakeholders and regulators to work together to ensure the continued safety and efficiency of Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North. The presence of uncontrolled spillways and outlets necessitates a proactive approach to maintenance and risk mitigation to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the sustainable utilization of this valuable water resource infrastructure.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alapaha River Near Alapaha | 51 cfs | → |
| Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae | · | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Lumber City | 1,900 cfs | → |
| Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd | 10 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Adel | 217 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Mount Vernon | 847 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North.
Boat launches
- Jacksonville Boat Landing Road Telfair County
- Court Rd 598 Coffee County
- Dodge Lake Road;Dodges Lake Lane Telfair County
- Richards Drive, Enigma
- Highway 520, Enigma
- Horseshoe Loop, Enigma
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North in the Snoflo app
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About Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North
Where does the data for Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Jowers Irrigation Pond Dam North.