Currie Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Currie Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 147 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03109 |
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
Currie, John
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Currie Irrigation Pond Dam?
Currie 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 Currie Irrigation Pond Dam?
Currie Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Currie, John (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Currie Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Currie 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 Currie Irrigation Pond Dam?
Currie Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Currie Irrigation Pond Dam?
Currie 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.