Hills Millpond Dam

HILLS BRANCH· Burke, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hills Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length195 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1,800 sq mi
NID IDGA04018

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: June 3, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Millhaven Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hills Millpond Dam?

Hills 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 Hills Millpond Dam?

Hills Millpond Dam is owned by Millhaven Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hills Millpond Dam?

Hills 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 Hills Millpond Dam?

Hills Millpond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Hills Millpond Dam last inspected?

Hills Millpond Dam was last inspected on June 3, 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.