Jenkins Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Jenkins Lake Dam, located in Lumpkin, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This dam spans 450 feet in length and has a height of 10.1 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Situated on Black Creek in Stewart County, this dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of its condition assessment. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, the dam serves as a key feature for recreational activities in the area.

Although the designer of Jenkins Lake Dam is unknown, its construction has stood the test of time with moderate risk assessment. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam provides a surface area of 8.3 acres for water recreation activities, making it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts. While lacking formal state jurisdiction, regulation, inspection, and enforcement, the dam continues to play a vital role in providing recreational opportunities for visitors in Stewart County, Georgia.

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

10.1

River Or Stream

BLACK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.3

Hydraulic Height

10.7

Drainage Area

584

Nid Storage

60

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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. 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

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, 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.