Powell Dairy Farm Lake Dam, located in Sumter, Georgia, was completed in 1976 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond maintenance.
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The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 19.6 feet and a hydraulic height of 18.6 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1349.7 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Philema Creek, contributing to its normal storage capacity of 708.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 109 acres.
Despite being privately owned, Powell Dairy Farm Lake Dam is inspected by the state of Georgia, with the last inspection conducted in February 2003. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the dam is currently in a "Not Rated" condition, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unknown. The dam's purposeful design and strategic location make it an integral part of water resource management in the area, ensuring water availability for fire protection and agricultural needs while also contributing to the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
675 |
Dam Height |
19.6 |
River Or Stream |
PHILEMA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
109 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.6 |
Nid Storage |
1349.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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|
419cfs |
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|
531cfs |
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|
4340cfs |
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|
220cfs |
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|
10cfs |