Story Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
The Story Irrigation Pond Dam in Turner County, Georgia, is a vital structure designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service to support irrigation in the region.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 20.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 334 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 415 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition.
Located in Sycamore, Georgia, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural purposes in the area. With a surface area of 28 acres and a normal storage capacity of 214 acre-feet, the Story Irrigation Pond Dam helps to ensure water availability for farmers in the region. Although it has not been inspected since 2015, the moderate risk assessment (rating 3) highlights the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety.
Owned privately, the Story Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in sustaining agricultural activities in Georgia. With its earth dam structure and buttress core type, this dam represents a key asset for irrigation purposes in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability, structures like the Story Irrigation Pond Dam will be vital in ensuring a reliable water supply for agriculture in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
20.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.3 |
Drainage Area |
415 |
Nid Storage |
334 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
32cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
1340cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
236cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
1970cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
83cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
295cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Story Irrigation Pond Dam