John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

John Faulk Irrigation Pond West Dam, also known as Faulk Lake West Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Twiggs, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1973 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 134.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres. The dam stands at a height of 20.4 feet and has a length of 720 feet, containing uncontrolled spillways and outlets.

Despite being unregulated by the state, this dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection in December 2020 deemed its condition as not rated, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While it may not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, the dam is considered to meet safety guidelines. With its location in the Prospect Church Environs and under the jurisdiction of the Savannah District, this dam is a fascinating structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore in the Georgia landscape.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

720

Dam Height

20.4

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Drainage Area

138

Nid Storage

134.6

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.