Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam

TY TY CREEK· Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage215 acre-ft
Normal Storage105 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA09024

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Marvin J. Powell II LDMD LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam?

Dunn and Powell 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 Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam?

Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Marvin J. Powell II LDMD LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam?

Dunn and Powell 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 Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam?

Dunn and Powell Irrigation Pond Dam 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.

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.