Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mercer 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 | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 600 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04717 |
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
Mercer, Lewis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam?
Mercer 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 Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam?
Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Mercer, Lewis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Mercer 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 Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam?
Mercer 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 Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam?
Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Mercer Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.