Jeter Farms Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jeter Lake Dam Reedy Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jeter Farms Lake Dam, located in Lilly, Georgia, is a private-owned structure designed by Fenton Nash, PE, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam, constructed with earth and buttress core types, stands at 23 feet high and spans 710 feet in length. It impounds Little Creek, providing a storage capacity of 872 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 158 acre-feet and a surface area of 35 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. It is not state-regulated but undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in March 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unspecified.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the engineering and management of dams will find Jeter Farms Lake Dam an intriguing case study. Its unique design, recreational purpose, and risk assessment profile offer valuable insights into the complexities of maintaining and operating private dams in the state of Georgia. Further research into the dam's inspection history, emergency preparedness, and risk management strategies could provide a comprehensive understanding of its role in the local water resource system.
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
872 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Flint River At Ga 26
|
2200cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
222cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2570cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
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.
Jeter Farms Lake Dam