Story Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Story Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 334 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 415 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00905 |
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
First Tifton LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Story Irrigation Pond Dam?
Story 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 Story Irrigation Pond Dam?
Story Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by First Tifton LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Story Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Story Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Story Irrigation Pond Dam?
Story 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 Story Irrigation Pond Dam?
Story Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Story Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Story Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.