Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 310 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02558 |
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
Meeks, Mack L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam?
Meeks 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 Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam?
Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Meeks, Mack L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam?
Meeks 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 Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam?
Meeks 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 Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Meeks Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.