Pippin Brothers Irrigation Lake Dam No.
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1, located in Lamar, Georgia, was completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of irrigation. The dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, is an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 24.6 feet, with a hydraulic height of 21.5 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 18 acres, serving a drainage area of 200 acres along Pippin Branch.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the state and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and while it has not been rated for its condition, it meets regulatory guidelines and has not required emergency action planning. With its key role in irrigation and water resource management, Pippin Brothers Irrigation Lake Dam No. 1 serves as a vital infrastructure for maintaining water supply and supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
24.6 |
River Or Stream |
PIPPIN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.5 |
Drainage Area |
200 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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