Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond dam
Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond
Located in Tift, Georgia, the Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond is a privately owned earth dam built in 1981 for the primary purpose of irrigation. With a height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet, this pond covers a surface area of 16.5 acres and serves a drainage area of 555 acres. Situated along Gator Branch, this structure is designed with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition and was last inspected in 2011.
Managed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), the Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond has not undergone any significant modifications since its completion. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unknown, indicating a need for further assessment and preparedness in case of potential hazards. While the structure is not owned or funded by any federal agencies, it falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia and is subject to state inspections.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond presents an interesting case study in private dam ownership and management. With its specific use for irrigation and location in a rural area, this structure highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of water management systems. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding the risks and management strategies associated with dams like Gibbs Patrick is crucial for sustainable water use and conservation efforts in Georgia.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd | 13 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Adel | 227 cfs | → |
| Alapaha River Near Alapaha | 51 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd | 183 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Ga 32 | 1,820 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Albany | 2,300 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond
Where does the data for Gibbs Patrick Irrigation Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
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