Amerson Mill Pond
Key Takeaway
Amerson Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 496 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7,260 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00314 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Tarbutton, Ben Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Amerson Mill Pond?
Amerson Mill Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Amerson Mill Pond?
Amerson Mill Pond is owned by Tarbutton, Ben Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amerson Mill Pond built?
Amerson Mill Pond was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Amerson Mill Pond?
Amerson Mill Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amerson Mill Pond?
Amerson Mill Pond has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Amerson Mill Pond last inspected?
Amerson Mill Pond was last inspected on December 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.