Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam dam
Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam
Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam, located in Screven, Georgia, was completed in 1977 with the primary purpose of irrigation. This earth dam, designed by SCS (SMITH), stands at 31 feet in height and spans 705 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 1390 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 600 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 2450 acres along the MILL BRANCH river or stream.
Despite its low hazard potential, Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection conducted on March 1, 2018, determined an inspection frequency of 5 years. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk level, requiring further risk management measures to ensure its safety and effectiveness in serving the irrigation needs of the surrounding area. While not under state regulation, the dam is subject to inspection and enforcement by the private owner.
This picturesque dam, nestled in the heart of Georgia, plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. With its strategic location and design, Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in sustaining vital ecosystems and communities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam to be a fascinating example of human ingenuity and stewardship in harnessing nature's resources for the benefit of all.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd | 390 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis | 3 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek At Millhaven | 168 cfs | → |
| Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven | 4,880 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Midville | 186 cfs | → |
| Savannah River Near Clyo | 4,860 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam.
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Magnolia Springs State Park Lake
- Watson Pond
- Whittakers Pond
- Savannah River
- Lewis Lake
- Little Black River
Track Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam
Where does the data for Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Jacobs Irrigation Pond Dam.