Parker Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Parker 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 | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 432 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 520 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04746 |
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
Parker, Harold
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Parker 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 Parker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Parker Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Parker, Harold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parker Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Parker 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 Parker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Parker 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 Parker Irrigation Pond Dam?
Parker 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 Parker Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Parker Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.