Kight Irrigation Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Coffee, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kight Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length765 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area800 sq mi
NID IDGA03395

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 15, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Marie Carver Life Estate

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kight Irrigation Pond Dam?

Kight 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 Kight Irrigation Pond Dam?

Kight Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Marie Carver Life Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kight Irrigation Pond Dam?

Kight 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 Kight Irrigation Pond Dam?

Kight Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kight Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Kight Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.