Butler Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Butler Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1855 and is 171 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1855 (171 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01029 |
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
Butler, Patsy and Henry Hinton, Diane and Robert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Butler Millpond Dam?
Butler 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 Butler Millpond Dam?
Butler Millpond Dam is owned by Butler, Patsy and Henry Hinton, Diane and Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Butler Millpond Dam built?
Butler Millpond Dam was completed in 1855, making it 171 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 Butler Millpond Dam?
Butler Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Butler Millpond Dam?
Butler Millpond Dam has a dam height of 12 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.