Hardy Millpond Dam

HARDY MILL CREEK· Berrien, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hardy Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage987 acre-ft
Normal Storage570 acre-ft
Surface Area120 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified1880
NID IDGA03610

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: May 29, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Coarsey, Austin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hardy Millpond Dam?

Hardy 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 Hardy Millpond Dam?

Hardy Millpond Dam is owned by Coarsey, Austin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hardy Millpond Dam?

Hardy Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hardy Millpond Dam?

Hardy Millpond 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 Hardy Millpond Dam last inspected?

Hardy Millpond Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2016. 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.