Selph Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Selph Irrigation Pond Dam is a privately-owned earth dam located in Cook, Georgia, with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Constructed in 1978 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 475 feet, providing a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet for water resource management. The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a crucial infrastructure for agricultural activities in the region.

Despite being not regulated by the state, Selph Irrigation Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2016, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its efficient water management system, supporting the irrigation needs of the area. With a drainage area of 1180 acres and a normal storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in maintaining a sustainable water supply for agricultural operations in the region.

Overall, Selph Irrigation Pond Dam serves as a key water resource infrastructure in Cook, Georgia, managed by a private entity for irrigation purposes. With its sound construction, regular inspections, and moderate risk assessment, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities and water resource management in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable water infrastructure for climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals alike.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

475

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Drainage Area

1180

Nid Storage

138

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.