Myron Jones Irrigation Pond Dam, located in Cairo, Georgia, is a private-owned structure designed by NRCS for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Completed in 2009, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans a length of 625 feet, with a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in November 2016, showing a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region. While lacking in certain regulatory aspects, the structure remains in good condition, not yet rated for assessment. Situated in Grady County, Georgia, the Myron Jones Irrigation Pond Dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities through its irrigation capabilities, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
625 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
79cfs |
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
|
17cfs |
Little Attapulgus Creek At Attapulgus
|
24cfs |
Flint River At Bainbridge
|
4570cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
|
61cfs |
Little River Nr Quincy
|
101cfs |