Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Jefferson, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length855 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA04624

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: February 1, 2003
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Gambrel, David H.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam?

Gambrel 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 Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam?

Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Gambrel, David H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam built?

Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam?

Gambrel 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 Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam?

Gambrel 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.

When was Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Gambrel Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2003. 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.