Walker Irrigation Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Irwin, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Walker Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area265 sq mi
NID IDGA02957

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
Last Inspection: October 1, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Phillip Reed & Kristen Nicole Hall

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Walker Irrigation Pond Dam?

Walker 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 Walker Irrigation Pond Dam?

Walker Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Phillip Reed & Kristen Nicole Hall (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Walker Irrigation Pond Dam?

Walker Irrigation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Walker Irrigation Pond Dam?

Walker Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Walker Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Walker Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.