Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 538 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 980 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02835 |
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
Taylor, T. Ray
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam?
Taylor 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 Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam?
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Taylor, T. Ray (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam?
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam?
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Taylor Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.