Lloyd Shoals Dam

Lloyd Shoals Dam, owned by Georgia Power Company, is situated at the county line of Butts and Jasper Counties in North Central Georgia, nestled between Jackson and Monticello. This historic dam plays a crucial role in impounding the confluence of the South, Yellow, and Alcovy Rivers, creating Lake Jackson, which feeds into the Ocmulgee River as part of the Altamaha system, eventually reaching the Atlantic Ocean through the Altamaha Sound.

Spanning 1200 feet in length and standing at 128 feet tall (with 100 feet above the river), this dam, dating back to its completion in 1910, is renowned as one of Georgia Power's oldest structures, only rivaled by Morgan Falls. Currently generating 14.4 Megawatts, Lloyd Shoals Dam boasts an intriguing feature downstream – an aeration weir designed to enhance water quality for the diverse aquatic life inhabiting the area.

For those enamored by cinematic history, a delightful nod to the movie "My Cousin Vinny" awaits nearby – the iconic "Sac-o-Suds" convenience store along GA 16, located just a stone's throw away from the dam. Visitors can marvel at this quaint spot while exploring the rich heritage and natural beauty that surrounds Lloyd Shoals Dam.

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