H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Tift, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length585 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area345 sq mi
NID IDGA05022

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: November 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Wayne H. Branch

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam?

H. C. Branch 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 H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam?

H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam?

H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

H. C. Branch Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2010. 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.