Bowen Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pate Pond Dam Roberts Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
The Bowen Irrigation Pond Dam in Georgia, constructed in 1961 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes in the area.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 13.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 121.5 acre-feet, providing essential water supply for agricultural activities in the region. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources for the surrounding communities.
Located in the Big Creek Church Environs in Irwin County, Georgia, the Bowen Irrigation Pond Dam is designed with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam's primary purpose is irrigation, and it has a normal storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 375 acres. Despite not being state regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. With its strategic location and storage capacity, the Bowen Irrigation Pond Dam remains a significant asset for water management and climate resilience in the region.
Overall, the Bowen Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in Irwin County, Georgia. With its history of providing irrigation water since 1961, the dam continues to support agricultural activities in the area. While it has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, regular inspections and maintenance ensure the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource for the local community.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
705 |
Dam Height |
13.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
375 |
Nid Storage |
121.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
32cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
83cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
10cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
1340cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
27cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
36cfs |
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.
Bowen Irrigation Pond Dam