Homer C. Jenkins Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Holoka Lake Dam Leverette Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
Jenkins Lake Dam, located in Preston, Georgia, was completed in 2012 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. This private earth dam has a height of 27.6 feet and a hydraulic height of 20.6 feet, with a storage capacity of 267.6 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has an uncontrolled outlet gate.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Homer C. Jenkins Lake Dam has not been officially rated for its condition as of the last inspection in September 2018. Despite being privately owned, the dam is not regulated by the state but does undergo regular inspections. The surrounding area offers 20 acres of surface area for recreational activities, making it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy the outdoors.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Height |
27.6 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.6 |
Nid Storage |
267.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
220cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
222cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Hannahatchee Creek At Union
|
107cfs |
Pachitla Creek Near Edison
|
175cfs |
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.
Homer C. Jenkins Lake Dam