Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South)

UNKNOWN· Tattnall, Georgia· Earth· 16 ft tall

Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South) 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 Length	600 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	74 acre-ft
Normal Storage	46 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	218 sq mi
NID ID	GA04774

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: July 1, 1988

State Regulated: No

Ownership

Durrence, J. Segal

Private

Nearby Dams

Kyle Durrence Irrigation Lake Dam

Tattnall, GA

Low Hazard 22 ft

Hayden Jones Irrigation Pond Dam

Tattnall, GA

Low Hazard 14 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Durrence 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 Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South)?

Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South) is owned by Durrence, J. Segal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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

Durrence 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 Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South)?

Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South) 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 Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South) last inspected?

Durrence Irrigation Pond Dam (South) was last inspected on July 1, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.