Williams Irrigation Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Appling, Georgia· Built 1981· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Williams Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length645 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage262 acre-ft
Normal Storage131 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area1,335 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDGA03932

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: April 20, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Williams, Kim

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Williams Irrigation Pond Dam?

Williams 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 Williams Irrigation Pond Dam?

Williams Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Williams, Kim (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Williams Irrigation Pond Dam built?

Williams Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Williams Irrigation Pond Dam?

Williams 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 Williams Irrigation Pond Dam?

Williams Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Williams Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Williams Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2016. 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.