Trucker Farm Pond, located in Walton County, Georgia, is a privately owned water resource that sits along the Little Flat Creek.
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This Earth dam structure stands at 19 feet tall and stretches 570 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres. While the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, it is categorized as having a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Trucker Farm Pond undergoes inspections every five years, with the last recorded inspection dating back to August 2009. The condition of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further assessment. While the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is unknown, the risk management measures and inundation maps for potential flooding events are not yet prepared. Overall, Trucker Farm Pond presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, highlighting both the private ownership and management challenges associated with maintaining a dam structure in a dynamic environmental setting.
Dam Length |
570 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE FLAT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |