Jones Irrigation Pond Dam dam
Jones Irrigation Pond Dam
Jones Irrigation Pond Dam, also known as H E Jones Lake Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Turner, Georgia. Built in 1967 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. With a height of 22.6 feet and a storage capacity of 124 acre-feet, the dam sits on a drainage area of 93 acres and covers a surface area of 10.5 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Jones Irrigation Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in January 2015. Its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its moderate risk assessment rating. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unclear. With its scenic surroundings and recreational offerings, this dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of human-made structures and natural landscapes.
Overall, Jones Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a testament to the delicate balance between human intervention and environmental impact. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore its history, design, and operational status, they gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of managing water resources in a changing climate. With its unique characteristics and location in the heart of Georgia, this dam offers a rich tapestry of information and experiences for those passionate about the intersection of water, climate, and recreation.
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 Jones Irrigation Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd | 10 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Ga 32 | 1,070 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek At Ga 195 | 140 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Albany | 1,630 cfs | → |
| Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson | 130 cfs | → |
| Alapaha River Near Alapaha | 55 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jones Irrigation Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Ga 300 Crisp County
- Power Dam Lane Worth County
- Ferry Landing Road Crisp County
- Highway 520, Enigma
- North Maple Street Albany
- Richards Drive, Enigma
Campgrounds
- Lake Blackshear Campgrounds
- Marine Albany Rv Military
- Georgia Veterans State Park
- Paulk City Park
- Parks At Chehaw
Fishing spots
Track Jones Irrigation Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Jones Irrigation Pond Dam
Where does the data for Jones Irrigation Pond Dam 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 Jones Irrigation Pond Dam.