Morris Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morris Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 700 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04649 |
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
Bingham Properties LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morris Irrigation Pond Dam?
Morris 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 Morris Irrigation Pond Dam?
Morris Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Bingham Properties LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morris Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Morris Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Morris Irrigation Pond Dam?
Morris 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 Morris Irrigation Pond Dam?
Morris Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Morris Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Morris Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.