Beegle Big Irrigation Pond Dam, also known as Beegles Farm Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in Wadley, Georgia.
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Built in 1950, this dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 436 acre-feet. The dam is 13.2 feet high and spans 1470 feet in length, with a hydraulic height of 12.5 feet.
Despite being unlisted for federal funding or regulation, Beegle Big Irrigation Pond Dam is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in January 2017. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are not specified. With its role in sustaining agricultural water needs in the region, this dam serves as a crucial resource for the local community and underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring water infrastructure for sustainable agriculture and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
1470 |
Dam Height |
13.2 |
River Or Stream |
Unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.5 |
Drainage Area |
1590 |
Nid Storage |
436 |
Structural Height |
12.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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