Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam

SLAUGHTER CREEK· Tattnall, Georgia· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage129 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area785 sq mi
NID IDGA04781

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: June 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Newton, Ben

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?

Newton & 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 Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?

Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Newton, Ben (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?

Newton & Smith 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 Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam?

Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2010. 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.