Clifton Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Durden Pond Dam Sheppard Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Bulloch, Georgia, the Clifton Irrigation Pond Dam serves as a vital water resource for agricultural purposes in the region.
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Summary
This private-owned dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet, with a primary purpose of irrigation. Despite being a low hazard potential structure, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the last inspection was conducted in August 2000.
The Clifton Irrigation Pond Dam, primarily constructed using earth as its core material, features an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates. While the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years, it is subject to periodic inspections every five years. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there is a need for further risk management measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of this essential water infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and regulation of dams like Clifton become increasingly crucial for sustainable water management in the region.
Dam Height |
17 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
157 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
557cfs |
Savannah River Near Clyo
|
6820cfs |
Ebenezer Creek At Springfield
|
12cfs |
Ogeechee River Near Eden
|
545cfs |
Black Creek Near Blitchton
|
9cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
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.
Clifton Irrigation Pond Dam