Located in Toombs County, Georgia, the Cato Irrigation Pond (Hwy 107) Upper Dam, also known as Upper Cato Lake Dam, was completed in 1973 and serves as a private recreational area.
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Designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans 510 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 137 acre-feet and a surface area of 18 acres. While it poses a low hazard potential, its condition assessment remains unrated, and the last inspection was conducted in May 2017.
With a drainage area of 350 acres, this dam contributes to the local water resource management and offers opportunities for outdoor activities in the Cedar Crossing Environs. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and its outlet gates are also uncontrolled, contributing to its recreational purpose. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, the dam has not been modified in recent years, with no emergency action plan in place. While the dam is not under state regulation or permitting, it is subject to state inspection, ensuring its safety and functionality for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
350 |
Nid Storage |
137 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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2080cfs |
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2230cfs |
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|
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