Hopkins Irrigation Pond Dam West Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hopkins Irrigation Pond Dam West, located in Holt Environs, Irwin County, Georgia, was completed in 1957 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
This private earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond. With a height of 12.6 feet and a length of 540 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 93.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10.6 acres. The drainage area for the pond is 295 acres, making it a crucial resource for the local community.
Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's condition has not been officially assessed, but its last inspection dates back to June 1988. The structure features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and while it does not have a designated emergency action plan, it remains a vital asset for water resource management in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Hopkins Irrigation Pond Dam West to be an intriguing case study of a privately-owned dam with a significant impact on its local environment.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
12.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.6 |
Drainage Area |
295 |
Nid Storage |
93.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Hopkins Irrigation Pond Dam West