J. R. Jones Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

R. Jones Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a private-owned structure built on Turkey Creek-Tr that serves primarily for recreational purposes. Standing at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam has been inspected for safety measures in December 2017, showing a significant hazard potential.

Even though the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its last inspection revealed no immediate concerns. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, but it meets safety guidelines, and no risk assessment or management measures have been reported. With no associated structures or outlet gates, J. R. Jones Dam remains a key feature for recreational activities in the area, offering a serene spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.

Dam Length

150

River Or Stream

Turkey Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

37

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

18
       
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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. 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

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, 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.