Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 695 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00270 |
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
C.C. WILLIAMS FARMS LLLP
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper)?
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) 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 Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper)?
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) is owned by C.C. WILLIAMS FARMS LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) built?
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper)?
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) 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 Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper)?
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) has a dam height of 16 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 Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) last inspected?
Charles Williams Irrigation Pond Dam (Upper) was last inspected on March 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.