Clarks Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Clarks Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| NID ID | GA04659 |
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
Thiele Kaolin Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clarks Millpond Dam?
Clarks 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 Clarks Millpond Dam?
Clarks Millpond Dam is owned by Thiele Kaolin Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Clarks Millpond Dam?
Clarks 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 Clarks Millpond Dam?
Clarks 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.
When was Clarks Millpond Dam last inspected?
Clarks Millpond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.