William Clanton Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bluffs Lake Dam Cherokee Lakes Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The William Clanton Irrigation Pond Dam in Wayne County, Georgia, is a private earth dam designed by Paul Harris of NRCS with a height of 28 feet and a length of 590 feet.
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Summary
This dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, providing a storage capacity of 82.7 acre-feet with a normal storage of 42.5 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment.
Located in the Savannah District under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia, this dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite not being state regulated or permitted, it undergoes state inspections every 5 years. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, with a risk management plan yet to be defined. The last inspection was conducted in April 2016, and the structure is considered to be in satisfactory condition with no emergency action plan in place.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the sustainable management of irrigation infrastructure in Georgia will find the William Clanton Irrigation Pond Dam an intriguing case study. With its design by NRCS and private ownership, the dam represents a unique collaboration in water resource management. Despite the moderate risk assessment, the dam's low hazard potential and regular state inspections ensure its continued safe operation for irrigation purposes in the region.
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
28 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
82.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
3110cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
2cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
Peacock Creek At Mcintosh
|
4cfs |
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.
William Clanton Irrigation Pond Dam