Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond
Key Takeaway
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 245 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04680 |
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
Norfolk Farm, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond?
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond 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 Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond?
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond is owned by Norfolk Farm, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond built?
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond?
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond 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 Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond?
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond last inspected?
Norfolk Farm Irrigation Pond was last inspected on March 13, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.