Selph Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Selph Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04725 |
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
Selph, Donald E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Selph Irrigation Pond Dam?
Selph 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 Selph Irrigation Pond Dam?
Selph Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Selph, Donald E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Selph Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Selph Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Selph Irrigation Pond Dam?
Selph 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 Selph Irrigation Pond Dam?
Selph Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Selph Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Selph Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.