Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam

LOST CREEK· Mitchell, Georgia· Built 2006· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length892 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage201 acre-ft
Normal Storage108 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDGA07126

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Windhausen, Debra M.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam?

Tom Windhausen 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 Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam?

Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Windhausen, Debra M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam built?

Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam?

Tom Windhausen 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 Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam?

Tom Windhausen Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.