Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 284 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 315 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04197 |
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
Green, Bobby
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kenneth Smith 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 Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Green, Bobby (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Kenneth Smith 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 Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kenneth Smith 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 Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?
Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Kenneth Smith Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.