Cordrays Mill Pond

ICHAWAYNOCHAWAY CREEK· Calhoun, Georgia· Built 1953· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Cordrays Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage490 acre-ft
Normal Storage490 acre-ft
Surface Area225 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDGA05306

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 1, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Georgia Department of Transportation

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cordrays Mill Pond?

Cordrays 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 Cordrays Mill Pond?

Cordrays Mill Pond is owned by Georgia Department of Transportation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cordrays Mill Pond built?

Cordrays Mill Pond was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Cordrays Mill Pond?

Cordrays 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 Cordrays Mill Pond?

Cordrays Mill Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Cordrays Mill Pond last inspected?

Cordrays Mill Pond was last inspected on July 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.