E. A. Jones Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

A. Jones Lake Dam in Pickens, Georgia, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes. This earth dam, with a height of 31 feet and a hydraulic height of 24 feet, offers a serene escape with its 2-acre surface area and 29-acre maximum storage capacity. Although the dam is unregulated by the state, it is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity, with the last inspection date recorded in June 2016.

Located within the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, E. A. Jones Lake Dam presents a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates, the dam's condition is currently not rated. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, the dam is monitored for any potential risks to the surrounding area. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unclear, its tranquil setting and recreational opportunities make it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.

Dam Length

255

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

29

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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.