Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam dam
Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam
Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam, located in Buena Vista, Georgia, is a vital water resource infrastructure designed by USDA NRCS for irrigation purposes. Completed in 2006, this earth dam stands at a height of 24.8 feet, with a hydraulic height of 25.9 feet and a storage capacity of 208 acre-feet. Despite being unlisted/unknown in terms of foundations, the dam serves as a crucial water storage facility for the Kim Welch Farm, providing a surface area of 12.8 acres for irrigation needs.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam poses no immediate threat to the surrounding area. The last inspection in October 2017 deemed the structure to be in satisfactory condition, although it has not been officially rated. In case of emergencies, the dam currently has uncontrolled outlet gates and spillways, highlighting the need for regular inspection and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. Although not regulated by the state, the dam falls under the jurisdiction of Georgia, emphasizing the importance of local oversight and monitoring to prevent any potential issues.
Overall, the Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices in Marion County, Georgia. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like these play a crucial role in ensuring agricultural productivity and water security for the region. With proper upkeep and monitoring, this dam will continue to support the agricultural needs of the community for years to come.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston | 287 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek Near Americus | 393 cfs | → |
| Hannahatchee Creek At Union | 84 cfs | → |
| Upatoi Creek Near Columbus | 651 cfs | → |
| Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell | 249 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Ga 26 | 2,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam.
Track Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam
Where does the data for Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Kim Welch Farm Irrigation Pond Dam.