Tillman Irrigation Pond(Upper Dam) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Tillman Irrigation Pond (Upper Dam) in Burke, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes along The Canal.


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Summary

With a height of 13 feet and a storage capacity of 246 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in agricultural water management in the region. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a "Not Rated" condition assessment status.

Located at a latitude of 32.892222 and longitude of -82.121667, this dam is under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and outlet gates also uncontrolled, the dam poses a moderate risk level of 3. Despite its relatively small surface area of 34 acres and drainage area of 0, the Tillman Irrigation Pond plays an important role in ensuring water availability for irrigation in the area. It is a key structure in the local water resource management system, contributing to the overall sustainability of agricultural practices in Burke County.

Dam Length

1710

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

THE CANAL

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

246

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.