Hayden Jones Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Hayden Jones Irrigation Pond Dam, located in Tattnall, Georgia, is a private earth dam completed in 1980 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans 540 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 259 acre-feet. Situated on the Inman Creek, the dam is designed with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being categorized as low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Hayden Jones Irrigation Pond Dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion. While the dam has not been state-regulated or permitted, it is subject to regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in May 2017. The condition of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated", indicating a need for further evaluation to determine its structural integrity and safety measures.
With a focus on recreation, the dam serves as a key water resource for the local community, offering a surface area of 30 acres and a normal storage capacity of 153 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's moderate risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and reliability of Hayden Jones Irrigation Pond Dam for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
INMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Drainage Area |
835 |
Nid Storage |
259 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
219cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4880cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
86cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
5270cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1500cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
3000cfs |
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.
Hayden Jones Irrigation Pond Dam