Griner Pond Dam, located in Colquitt, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
The dam, constructed with earth and buttress core types, stands at a height of 19.6 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 256 acre-feet. With a surface area of 17 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted with a frequency of every 5 years to ensure its safety. With a spillway type of uncontrolled and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam presents some challenges for risk management and emergency preparedness.
While Griner Pond Dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, it is subject to inspections to assess its structural integrity and potential risks. As a key component in the local irrigation system, the dam serves as a vital resource for water supply in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Griner Pond Dam to be an interesting case study in dam management and the intersection of infrastructure and environmental conservation efforts.
Dam Length |
670 |
Dam Height |
19.6 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.4 |
Nid Storage |
256 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Flint River At Newton
|
4380cfs |
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
|
17cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |