Located in Jones, Georgia, the Town Creek Reservoir Dam is a crucial structure designed by TRIBBLE & RICHARDSON in 1993 to serve as a water supply for the local community.
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Standing at a height of 95 feet, this earth dam boasts a storage capacity of 26,855 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 19,905 acre-feet and a surface area covering 626 acres. The dam is regulated by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM and undergoes regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and operational effectiveness.
With its primary purpose being water supply, Town Creek Reservoir Dam plays a vital role in providing a reliable source of water to the area. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in September 2017. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates further highlight the need for continued oversight and maintenance to prevent potential issues.
Overall, Town Creek Reservoir Dam stands as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in Jones, Georgia, serving as a lifeline for the local community. With its design focused on water supply and its role in mitigating risks associated with flooding and water storage, the dam's importance cannot be understated. Continued state regulation, inspections, and enforcement efforts are essential to maintaining the dam's integrity and ensuring the safety of those who rely on its vital functions.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Height |
95 |
River Or Stream |
TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
626 |
Nid Storage |
26855 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
95 |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
2030cfs |
Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon
|
6cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
21cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
70cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
635cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
1600cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Central City Park - State Fairgrounds
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Claystone County Park
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Dames Ferry County Park
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Arrowhead County Park
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