Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South
Key Takeaway
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 122 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03139 |
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
Watkins, Tim
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South 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 Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South is owned by Watkins, Tim (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South built?
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South 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 Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South?
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South 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 Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South last inspected?
Peterson Irrigation Pond Dam South was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.