Averys Mill Pond
Key Takeaway
Averys Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03990 |
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
Beasley, Pauline
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Averys Mill Pond?
Averys 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 Averys Mill Pond?
Averys Mill Pond is owned by Beasley, Pauline (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Averys Mill Pond built?
Averys Mill Pond was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Averys Mill Pond?
Averys 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 Averys Mill Pond?
Averys Mill Pond has a dam height of 9 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 Averys Mill Pond last inspected?
Averys Mill Pond was last inspected on May 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.