Strickland - Cavendar Irrigation Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Claxton, Georgia, the Strickland - Cavendar Irrigation Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management since its completion in 1955.
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Summary
Designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this private-owned earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, providing a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet for agricultural needs in the region. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's structural integrity remains sound, making it a reliable water management infrastructure in the Savannah District.
The Strickland - Cavendar Irrigation Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, reflecting its simple yet efficient design for water release during excess flow events. With a structural height of 13 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet, the dam offers essential flood protection and water storage capabilities for the surrounding area. Despite its unlisted foundations and unknown drainage area, the dam's ability to store 88 acre-feet of water in its reservoir contributes to the overall water security in Evans County, Georgia.
While the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, its history of providing irrigation water for agricultural use underscores its significance in sustaining local farming activities. With a risk management plan in place and a low hazard potential, the Strickland - Cavendar Irrigation Dam stands as a vital asset in the region's water resource infrastructure, ensuring a reliable water supply for years to come.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
Black Creek Near Blitchton
|
9cfs |
Ogeechee River Near Eden
|
545cfs |
Peacock Creek At Mcintosh
|
4cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
3110cfs |
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.
Strickland - Cavendar Irrigation Dam