Bowen Irrigation Pond East Reservoir Report
Nearby: W. I. Bowen Dam 1 Bany Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bowen Irrigation Pond East, located in Tift County, Georgia, is a private earth dam structure designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The pond has a dam height of 9.6 feet and a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet. It covers a surface area of 14 acres and has a drainage area of 210 acres, primarily fed by Cypress Creek.
Despite being unlisted or unknown, the foundation type of the dam is buttress, with an uncontrolled spillway type. The hazard potential of the pond is rated as low, and its current condition is not rated. While it has not been inspected recently, the risk assessment for Bowen Irrigation Pond East is moderate. Even though it is not regulated by the state, the pond serves as a recreational water resource for the community, offering opportunities for activities such as fishing and boating in a picturesque setting.
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
9.6 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
210 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
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12cfs |
Little River Near Adel
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3cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
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45cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
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4340cfs |
Okapilco Creek At Ga 33
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14cfs |
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.
Bowen Irrigation Pond East