Located in Denmark Environs, Georgia, the D H Smith Pond Dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes with a height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet.
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Built in 1954, this earth dam sits along the Woodcock Branch river and spans a length of 920 feet, providing a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level.
The dam, constructed with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway, has not been inspected since November 2004, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no established Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, with no specific risk management measures identified, the dam remains a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the D H Smith Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned irrigation dam in need of updated inspections and risk management strategies to ensure its longevity and safety.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
920 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
WOODCOCK BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
830 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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