Jordan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bennett/Waters Lake Dam Lake Ware Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jordan Lake Dam, located in Pierce, Georgia, was completed in 1953 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This private dam, standing at 18 feet tall and 710 feet long, has a storage capacity of 217 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 107 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition but undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in March 2016.
Situated in the Jacksonville District, Jordan Lake Dam is primarily an earth dam with a buttress core type and uncontrolled spillway. Its associated river or stream is unknown, covering a drainage area of 320 acres. Despite being privately owned, the dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to state inspections but not state permitting or enforcement. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared or updated, highlighting a potential area for improvement in its risk management measures.
Overall, Jordan Lake Dam plays a crucial role in serving the local community for fire protection and recreational activities. With its historical significance dating back to 1953, the dam continues to be a valuable asset in the region, albeit with opportunities to enhance its emergency preparedness and risk management strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of its surroundings.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
320 |
Nid Storage |
217 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Satilla River Near Waycross
|
34cfs |
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
2cfs |
Satilla River At Atkinson
|
137cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
3010cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3230cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
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.
Jordan Lake Dam