Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,245 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03015 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Hardin, Billy Roy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam?
Hardin 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 Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam?
Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Hardin, Billy Roy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam?
Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam?
Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Hardin Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.