Jones Dam Lower dam
Jones Dam Lower
Jones Dam Lower, located in Lincoln, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves as a recreational water resource along Clarks Creek. With a structural height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 17.65 acre-feet, the dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife watching. Despite its low hazard potential and a lack of state regulation, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.
The dam, constructed for recreational purposes, offers a surface area of 2.5 acres for visitors to explore and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty. While specific details such as dam length and volume are not provided, the dam's primary focus on recreation highlights its importance in providing a peaceful oasis for both locals and tourists alike. With a last inspection date in September 2017 and a hazard potential rated as low, Jones Dam Lower continues to be a safe and enjoyable destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the benefits of sustainable water management.
Although the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," its consistent inspection schedule and low hazard potential demonstrate a commitment to maintaining the dam's safety and functionality. As a vital component of the local ecosystem, Jones Dam Lower serves as a valuable water resource that not only supports recreational activities but also contributes to the overall environmental health of the area. With its picturesque location and tranquil atmosphere, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of preserving and appreciating our natural water resources in the face of climate change challenges.
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 Jones Dam Lower -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Creek Near Laboratory | 70 cfs | → |
| Henry Fork Near Henry River | 39 cfs | → |
| Killian Creek Near Mariposa | 44 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Near Bessemer City | 43 cfs | → |
| Jacob Fork At Ramsey | 15 cfs | → |
| South Fork Catawba River At Lowell | 450 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jones Dam Lower.
Boat launches
- Burton Lane 4906, Denver
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Gunpowder Boat Ramp
- Weaver Lane Burke County
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
Campgrounds
- South Mountains State Park
- Family Campground, South Mountains State Park
- Fulda Gap / Cef Dragoons Hq
- Little River Campground
- Upper Falls Campground
- Sawtooth Campground
Track Jones Dam Lower in the Snoflo app
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About Jones Dam Lower
Where does the data for Jones Dam Lower 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 Jones Dam Lower.