Jones Irrigation Pond Dam (South) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jones Irrigation Pond Dam (South) is a private Earth dam located in Wilcox, Georgia, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam has a height of 13 feet and a length of 610 feet, providing a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. It is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
This dam, with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, has not been inspected or rated for condition assessment. Despite being uninspected, the dam poses a low hazard potential and moderate risks. The lack of regulatory oversight and maintenance raises concerns about the potential impact on the surrounding environment and water resources in the event of a failure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jones Irrigation Pond Dam (South) serves as a reminder of the importance of monitoring and maintaining infrastructure to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and water availability, the resilience of dams like this one will be crucial in managing and conserving our precious water sources. Efforts should be made to assess and address any potential risks associated with this dam to safeguard both the environment and communities downstream.
Dam Length |
610 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Drainage Area |
75 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Jones Irrigation Pond Dam (South)