Guest Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Guest Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 645 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03530 |
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
Guest Millpond Club, Inc.
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Guest Millpond Dam?
Guest 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 Guest Millpond Dam?
Guest Millpond Dam is owned by Guest Millpond Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Guest Millpond Dam built?
Guest Millpond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Guest Millpond Dam?
Guest 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 Guest Millpond Dam?
Guest 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 Guest Millpond Dam last inspected?
Guest Millpond Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.