Dudley Irrigation Pond (Lower) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in McDuffie, Georgia, the Dudley Irrigation Pond (Lower) is a private Earth dam that was completed in 1983 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS).


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Summary

With a height of 27 feet and a length of 300 feet, this irrigation pond has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

While the Dudley Irrigation Pond (Lower) has not been inspected since November 1992, it is reported to be in good condition and is not currently regulated by the state of Georgia. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. The surrounding drainage area is 150 acres, and the surface area of the pond is 5 acres. Despite the lack of recent inspections, the risk management measures for this dam are considered adequate for its moderate risk assessment level.

Overall, the Dudley Irrigation Pond (Lower) is a key water resource infrastructure for irrigation purposes in the region. With a history of successful operation and a low hazard potential, this Earth dam continues to support agricultural activities in McDuffie, Georgia. However, it is important for the responsible private owner to ensure regular inspections and maintenance to uphold the dam's structural integrity and mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

150

Nid Storage

66

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.