Baker Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 238 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03601 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hancock, William
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Baker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Hancock, William (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Baker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Baker Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Baker Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.