Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 588 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 465 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04281 |
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
Kennedy, Dwight
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kennedy 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 Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Kennedy, Dwight (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kennedy 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 Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Kennedy Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.