Garvin & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam, located in Garfield, Georgia, was completed in 1978 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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This private earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a length of 855 feet, serves the primary purpose of irrigation for agricultural activities. The dam has a storage capacity of 196 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 116 acre-feet and a surface area of 15.5 acres.
Although the dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in February 2017. The hazard potential of the dam is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and is categorized as having a buttress core type. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status for the dam are currently not specified in the data.
Overall, Garvin & Smith Irrigation Pond Dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural irrigation in the region, with its construction and maintenance overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures are maintained. As a vital water resource infrastructure, the dam contributes to the efficient water management for agricultural purposes in the Emanuel County area.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
855 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.5 |
Drainage Area |
275 |
Nid Storage |
196 |
Structural Height |
19.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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