John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam
Key Takeaway
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 138 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00177 |
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
John G. Faulk
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam?
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West 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 John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam?
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam is owned by John G. Faulk (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam built?
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam?
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West 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 John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam?
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam has a dam height of 20 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 John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam last inspected?
John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.