Dean Scarborough is a private Earth dam located in Lumber City, Georgia, along the Tr- Horse Creek.
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Built in 1979 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond for irrigation purposes. With a height of 13 feet and a length of 620 feet, Dean Scarborough has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.28 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Dean Scarborough is considered to have a moderate risk level, with limited information available on its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second. While it currently lacks comprehensive emergency action plans and risk management measures, Dean Scarborough remains a significant structure for water resource management in Dodge County, Georgia.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dean Scarborough represents a crucial component of the local ecosystem, providing essential habitat for fish and wildlife while supporting agricultural irrigation needs. As efforts to enhance dam safety and resilience continue, Dean Scarborough serves as a reminder of the intersection between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Horse Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.28 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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