Clyde Hurst Irrigation Pond Dam in Colquitt, Georgia, serves as a vital resource for agricultural irrigation in the region.
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Designed by Ron Ethridge of NRCS, this private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 15.3 feet with a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is irrigation, with a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition, it is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled, with outlet gates also uncontrolled. Despite being under the jurisdiction of the state with no federal regulation, Clyde Hurst Irrigation Pond Dam plays a significant role in water resource management and climate resilience in the area. It stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure for agricultural operations in Georgia.
Dam Length |
604 |
Dam Height |
15.3 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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|
0cfs |
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|
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|
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