Kenny Rogers Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Kenny Rogers Lake Dam, located in Jackson, Georgia, is a private earth dam overlooking the North Oconee River.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 27 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 52 acre-feet. The dam, constructed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, serves a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Although the dam is uncontrolled, it has undergone inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection taking place in August 2016.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Kenny Rogers Lake Dam remains an essential structure for water resource management in the region. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates pose minor risks, but its overall condition is currently rated as "Not Rated" due to a lack of recent assessment data. The dam's location in a picturesque setting and its role in regulating the flow of the North Oconee River make it a valuable asset for both the environment and local communities.
As a private dam with no federal oversight, Kenny Rogers Lake Dam relies on regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With its moderate risk assessment score and uncontrolled spillway, there is room for improvement in terms of emergency preparedness and risk management measures. However, the dam's role in providing water storage and regulating river flow underscores its importance in the region's water resource infrastructure.
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH OCONEE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Middle Oconee River Near Arcade
|
191cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
120cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
221cfs |
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
|
111cfs |
Wheeler Creek At Bill Cheek Road
|
1cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
327cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Kenny Rogers Lake Dam