Paulk Pond Dam West Reservoir Report
Nearby: Turk Lake Dam North Weaver Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Paulk Pond Dam West, also known as E.
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Summary
Paulk Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Irwin County, Georgia, near the city of Mystic Environs. Constructed in 1963 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam primarily serves the purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 123.4 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 43.5 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 10.8 feet and has a length of 975 feet, covering a surface area of 14.5 acres.
Despite being a low hazard potential dam with a moderate risk assessment rating, Paulk Pond Dam West has not been inspected since September 2001. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a potential risk that needs to be regularly monitored and assessed for any structural vulnerabilities. The dam's condition assessment remains unrated, indicating the need for updated inspection and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for irrigation purposes.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams like Paulk Pond Dam West would find valuable insights in understanding the infrastructure and risk assessment associated with such structures. As a privately owned dam in Georgia, it highlights the importance of regular inspections, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness to prevent potential failures and ensure sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
975 |
Dam Height |
10.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.5 |
Drainage Area |
213 |
Nid Storage |
123.4 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
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0cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
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.
Paulk Pond Dam West