Mcwhorter Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Mcwhorter Irrigation Pond Dam is a private earth dam located in Holt Environs, Georgia, completed in 1971 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
With a height of 15.8 feet and a length of 806 feet, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 211.5 acre-feet, primarily used for irrigation purposes. The dam is associated with the United States Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, and while it has a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a moderate risk level.
Although the dam has not been inspected since 1988, it meets the criteria for low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it features uncontrolled outlet gates. While there are no associated structures with the dam, it plays a crucial role in water resource management for the surrounding area. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures in the future.
Overall, Mcwhorter Irrigation Pond Dam serves a vital role in supporting irrigation activities in the region, with a focus on water resource sustainability. As a privately owned structure in Georgia, the dam's design by SCS and completion by the NRCS highlight the collaboration between various agencies for water management. With a focus on continuous monitoring and potential risk mitigation, the dam stands as a key infrastructure for climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals to study and learn from in the coming years.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
806 |
Dam Height |
15.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Drainage Area |
141 |
Nid Storage |
211.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Mcwhorter Irrigation Pond Dam