Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03969 |
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
Wideman, Tommy and Charles H. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wideman 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 Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Wideman, Tommy and Charles H. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wideman 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 Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wideman Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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.