Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam
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 Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA07963 |
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
Ponder, Paul
Private
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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.