Bryan Irrigation Pond # 2 Dam (Upper) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bryan Irrigation Pond # 2 Dam (Upper) is a private dam located in Laurens, Georgia, with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Built in 1981 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this earth dam stands at 17 feet high and spans 590 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres, the dam serves to support agricultural water needs within the region.
Although not regulated by the state, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the last inspection in November 2004 deemed the structure safe. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type and outlet gates handle water discharge effectively. With a history of stable operations and a moderate risk profile, Bryan Irrigation Pond # 2 Dam (Upper) remains a crucial resource for water management and agricultural sustainability in the area.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
225 |
Nid Storage |
127 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1030cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
1900cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
28cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1280cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
864cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Bryan Irrigation Pond # 2 Dam (Upper)