Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 950 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04673 |
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
Joyner, J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam?
Joyner 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 Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam?
Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Joyner, J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam?
Joyner 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 Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam?
Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Joyner Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.