Newton & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam
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 Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 785 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04781 |
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
Newton, Ben
Private
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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.