Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam

unknown· Grady, Georgia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length640 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA07963

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: November 29, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ponder, Paul

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam?

Paul Ponder 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 Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam?

Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Ponder, Paul (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam?

Paul Ponder 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 Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam?

Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2016. 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.