Williams Irrigation Pond Dam
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 Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 262 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,335 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03932 |
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
Williams, Kim
Private
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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.