Jacob Paulk Irrigation Pond Dam North Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jacob Paulk Irrigation Pond Dam North, also known as Paulk Lake Dam North, is a private earth dam located in Irwin, Georgia.
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Summary
Constructed in 1966 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 798 feet, creating a surface area of 10 acres and draining an area of 47 square miles.
Despite being unregulated by the state, this low hazard dam has a moderate risk assessment of 3 out of 5. The last inspection was conducted in 1988, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." Although not currently monitored or maintained by state agencies, the dam's low hazard potential suggests a relatively stable and secure structure. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate adaptation may find interest in the design and functions of this irrigation pond dam, situated within the picturesque landscape of the Paulk Cemetery Community in Georgia.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
798 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
47 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
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.
Jacob Paulk Irrigation Pond Dam North