Giles Millpond Dam

WOLF PIT BRANCH· Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Giles Millpond Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage339 acre-ft
Normal Storage97 acre-ft
Surface Area39 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03419

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sheppard, Louis

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Giles Millpond Dam?

Giles Millpond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Giles Millpond Dam?

Giles Millpond Dam is owned by Sheppard, Louis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Giles Millpond Dam?

Giles 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 Giles Millpond Dam?

Giles Millpond Dam 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 Giles Millpond Dam last inspected?

Giles Millpond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2010. 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.