Jones Lake Dam dam
Jones Lake Dam
Jones Lake Dam, located in Anson County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1954 for the primary purpose of irrigation. The dam, which stands at 25 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 18 feet, has a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 16 acres. It is situated on Richards North Creek-Os and serves as a vital resource for water supply in the region.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Jones Lake Dam poses a moderate risk, according to the data available. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 53 cubic feet per second. While it has not been subject to recent inspections or regulatory oversight, the structure plays a crucial role in supporting the local irrigation needs and water supply demands.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Jones Lake Dam to be a fascinating case study in dam engineering and management. With its earth core and stone foundation, the dam represents a blend of traditional construction methods and modern irrigation practices. The data suggests that while the dam currently meets guidelines for risk assessment, further scrutiny and possible risk management measures may be needed to ensure its continued safety and reliability in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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 Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 117 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Nr Stanfield | 173 cfs | → |
| Goose Cr At Fairview | 14 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Sr1525 Nr Indian Trail | 1 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 45 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jones Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Lilly’S Bridge Access Area
- Morrow Mountain Boat Launch
- Falls Road Stanly County
- Badin Lake Boat Ramp
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
- Cove Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Williams Farm
- Woodrun
- Morrow Mountain State Park
- Deep Water Trailt Horse Camp
- Art Lilley Campground
- Yates Place Camp
Fishing spots
- Arrowhead Lake
- Buck Branch
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Baldwins Pond
- Abbotts Creek
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About Jones Lake Dam
Where does the data for Jones Lake Dam 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 Lake Dam.