Burgamy Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Burgamy Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 920 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00313 |
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
Burgamy, Andrew M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burgamy Millpond Dam?
Burgamy Millpond Dam 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 Burgamy Millpond Dam?
Burgamy Millpond Dam is owned by Burgamy, Andrew M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burgamy Millpond Dam built?
Burgamy Millpond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Burgamy Millpond Dam?
Burgamy Millpond Dam 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 Burgamy Millpond Dam?
Burgamy Millpond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Burgamy Millpond Dam last inspected?
Burgamy Millpond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.