Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00181 |
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
Birdsong, William
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam?
Birdsong 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 Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam?
Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Birdsong, William (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam?
Birdsong 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 Birdsong Irrigation Pond Dam?
Birdsong 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.