Lake Jean Dam, located in Columbia, Georgia, is a key flood risk reduction structure along Bettys Branch.
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Owned and operated by the local government, this earth dam stands at 21 feet high with a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events.
Although the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, it has not been rated for its current condition. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, Lake Jean Dam is designed to manage water levels efficiently. Despite its unknown construction date, the dam continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding the local community from the impacts of flooding. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lake Jean Dam to be a valuable asset in maintaining water resources and managing the effects of climate change in the region.
Dam Length |
408 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
BETTYS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
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2080cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
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8cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
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11cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Petersburg - Strom Thurmond Lake
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Wildwood County Park
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Ridge Road - Strom Thurmond Lake
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