Jay Pond Dam (North), also known as Youngblood Lake Dam, is a private earth dam located in Swainsboro, Georgia.
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Completed in 1960, this recreational structure stands at a height of 13.8 feet and has a length of 420 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 46 acre-feet, Jay Pond Dam (North) covers a surface area of 9 acres and serves a drainage area of 213 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Jay Pond Dam (North) remains in a not rated condition assessment status. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no state regulation, inspection, or enforcement in place. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a scenic and tranquil environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy in the Emanuel County area.
While the infrastructure of Jay Pond Dam (North) may lack certain regulatory oversight and maintenance assessments, its role in providing recreational opportunities and enhancing the local landscape cannot be understated. As a private entity with minimal federal involvement, its presence underscores the importance of responsible stewardship and monitoring of our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
13.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.8 |
Drainage Area |
213 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
13.8 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
734cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2590cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1660cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
75cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
171cfs |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
587cfs |