Whigham Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Whigham Pond Dam, located in Cairo, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing a habitat for small fish and livestock.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 15.2 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet, with a length of 570 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a drainage area of 118 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Whigham Pond Dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment. The last inspection of the dam took place in November 2016, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam currently has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and its condition is listed as "Not Rated". With its unique design and purpose, Whigham Pond Dam is a notable feature in the local water resource and climate landscape, attracting enthusiasts and researchers alike.
Dam Length |
570 |
Dam Height |
15.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
118 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Whigham Pond Dam