Phil Hajek Irrigation Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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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Summary

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
       
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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.