Dunn Irrigation Pond

GUM CREEK· Tift, Georgia· Built 1930· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dunn Irrigation Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA)
Dam Length1,125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage137 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDGA05020

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: January 1, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LDMD LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dunn Irrigation Pond?

Dunn Irrigation Pond 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 Irrigation Pond?

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

When was Dunn Irrigation Pond built?

Dunn Irrigation Pond was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Dunn Irrigation Pond?

Dunn Irrigation Pond 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 Irrigation Pond?

Dunn Irrigation Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Dunn Irrigation Pond last inspected?

Dunn Irrigation Pond was last inspected on January 1, 2011. 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.