Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 235 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02980 |
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
Wynn, Wayne
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wynn 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 Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Wynn, Wayne (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wynn 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 Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam?
Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Wynn Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.