Fulghum Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in the quaint Cannon Lake Community in Wilcox, Georgia, the Fulghum Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a testament to recreational water resource management.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this earth dam with a buttress core spans 555 feet in length and reaches a height of 14 feet, providing a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet for the surrounding 490-acre drainage area. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers residents and visitors a serene spot to enjoy the 17-acre surface area of the pond.
Despite its low hazard potential, the Fulghum Irrigation Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2016. The dam is categorized as having a moderate risk level but is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment. While the structure lacks controlled spillways and outlet gates, its uncontrolled spillway type and recreational focus highlight a balance between water resource management and community enjoyment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Fulghum Irrigation Pond Dam serves as a fascinating case study in combining infrastructure with natural beauty.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
555 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
490 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Fulghum Irrigation Pond Dam