Cushner Mill Pond

BOGGY GUT CREEK· Burke, Georgia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cushner Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
NID IDGA04016

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: June 2, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Milhous, Dr. , Samuel E. Jr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cushner Mill Pond?

Cushner 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 Cushner Mill Pond?

Cushner Mill Pond is owned by Milhous, Dr. , Samuel E. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cushner Mill Pond?

Cushner 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 Cushner Mill Pond?

Cushner Mill Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Cushner Mill Pond last inspected?

Cushner Mill Pond was last inspected on June 2, 2014. 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.