Located in Rebecca, Georgia, the Gibbs Irrigation Pond Dam is a privately owned structure designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 16.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 75 acre-feet and a surface area of 12.5 acres, this dam serves a drainage area of 160 acres.
Despite being state regulated with regular inspections, the Gibbs Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level. The spillway type is labeled as uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The last inspection took place in January 2015, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam is in compliance with state jurisdiction and has not undergone any modification in recent years. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Gibbs Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a vital component in the irrigation infrastructure of Turner County, Georgia.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
16.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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