Hancock Millpond Dam

SPIRIT CREEK· Richmond, Georgia· Built 1900· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hancock Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length765 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage283 acre-ft
Normal Storage119 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDGA02122

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: April 1, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

NEWMAN, GEORGE S. Sr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hancock Millpond Dam?

Hancock 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 Hancock Millpond Dam?

Hancock Millpond Dam is owned by NEWMAN, GEORGE S. Sr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hancock Millpond Dam built?

Hancock Millpond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Hancock Millpond Dam?

Hancock 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 Hancock Millpond Dam?

Hancock Millpond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hancock Millpond Dam last inspected?

Hancock Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 1, 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.