The Phil Hajek Irrigation Dam, located in Lee County, Georgia, was completed in 2006 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 23 feet, with a length of 755 feet, and has a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet. Situated on Muckalee Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as a buttress dam with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates.
Despite not being state regulated, the Phil Hajek Irrigation Dam undergoes regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is considered to have moderate risk management measures in place. The surrounding area benefits from the surface area of 6 acres created by the dam, providing essential water resources for agricultural activities in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the Phil Hajek Irrigation Dam an interesting structure that highlights the importance of sustainable water management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
755 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
MUCKALEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
129 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
222cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
220cfs |