Byrds Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Byrds Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1830 and is 196 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1830 (196 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04199 |
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
Stephens, Harold K.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Byrds Millpond Dam?
Byrds 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 Byrds Millpond Dam?
Byrds Millpond Dam is owned by Stephens, Harold K. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Byrds Millpond Dam built?
Byrds Millpond Dam was completed in 1830, making it 196 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 Byrds Millpond Dam?
Byrds 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 Byrds Millpond Dam?
Byrds Millpond Dam 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 Byrds Millpond Dam last inspected?
Byrds Millpond Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.