Morehead Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Morehead Irrigation Pond Dam in Irwin, Georgia, was completed in 1981 and serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a height of 9.5 feet and a length of 1200 feet, provides a storage capacity of 135.7 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 92.5 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, making it an important but relatively safe structure for water management in the region.
Located within the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Morehead Irrigation Pond Dam is not regulated by the state but is subject to inspections every five years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks for navigation. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of irrigation efficiently. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Morehead Irrigation Pond Dam represents a noteworthy example of private water infrastructure contributing to sustainable water management practices in Georgia.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
9.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Drainage Area |
140 |
Nid Storage |
135.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Morehead Irrigation Pond Dam