Fielder Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fielder Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02811 |
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
Buckner, Michael
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fielder Mill Pond Dam?
Fielder Mill Pond 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 Fielder Mill Pond Dam?
Fielder Mill Pond Dam is owned by Buckner, Michael (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fielder Mill Pond Dam built?
Fielder Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1840, making it 186 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 Fielder Mill Pond Dam?
Fielder Mill Pond 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 Fielder Mill Pond Dam?
Fielder Mill Pond 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 Fielder Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Fielder Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.