Mceachin Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Davis Lake Dam Shivers Pond Dam North
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Mceachin Irrigation Pond Dam, also known as Ewing Lake Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Irwin, Georgia.
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Summary
Built in 1968 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 13.8 feet and serves the primary purpose of irrigation for agricultural activities in the area. With a storage capacity of 98.3 acre-feet and a drainage area of 127 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite being unregulated by the state, the Mceachin Irrigation Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to be in moderate condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its simple yet effective design for water control. While the risk assessment for this dam is moderate, there are currently no emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and evaluation to ensure the safety and reliability of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Overall, the Mceachin Irrigation Pond Dam serves as a vital component of the water resource system in Irwin County, Georgia, providing crucial irrigation water for agricultural activities in the region. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this dam represents a key asset for water management in the area. Continued oversight and maintenance will be essential to ensure the long-term safety and efficiency of this important water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1215 |
Dam Height |
13.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
127 |
Nid Storage |
98.3 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Mceachin Irrigation Pond Dam