H. Davis Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Irwin, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

H. Davis Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area87 sq mi
NID IDGA04324

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: March 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Glenn Davis

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of H. Davis Pond Dam?

H. Davis 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. Davis Pond Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of H. Davis Pond Dam?

H. Davis 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. Davis Pond Dam?

H. Davis Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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. Davis Pond Dam last inspected?

H. Davis Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2009. 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.