Paulk Pond Dam West
Key Takeaway
Paulk Pond Dam West is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 213 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00954 |
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
Marc Sayer Irrevocable Trust, C/O Clarence W. Stewart Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paulk Pond Dam West?
Paulk Pond Dam West 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 Paulk Pond Dam West?
Paulk Pond Dam West is owned by Marc Sayer Irrevocable Trust, C/O Clarence W. Stewart Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paulk Pond Dam West built?
Paulk Pond Dam West was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Paulk Pond Dam West?
Paulk Pond Dam West 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 Paulk Pond Dam West?
Paulk Pond Dam West has a dam height of 11 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 Paulk Pond Dam West last inspected?
Paulk Pond Dam West was last inspected on September 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.