Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 73 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04777 |
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
Calloway, Herbert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam?
Herbert Calloway 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 Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam?
Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Calloway, Herbert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam?
Herbert Calloway 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 Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam?
Herbert Calloway 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 Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Herbert Calloway Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.