Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South)

BENS BRANCH· Irwin, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length780 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area1,060 sq mi
NID IDGA04638

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Johnny R. Thompson Sr. Johnny R. Thompson Jr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South)?

Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) 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 Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South)?

Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) is owned by Johnny R. Thompson Sr. Johnny R. Thompson Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South)?

Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) 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 Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South)?

Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) has a dam height of 12 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 Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) last inspected?

Clements Irrigation Pond Dam (South) was last inspected on September 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.