Keas Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Keas Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 708 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 129 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11,700 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1959 |
| NID ID | GA01256 |
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
Anderson Investment Holdings LLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keas Millpond Dam?
Keas 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 Keas Millpond Dam?
Keas Millpond Dam is owned by Anderson Investment Holdings LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keas Millpond Dam built?
Keas Millpond Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Keas Millpond Dam?
Keas 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 Keas Millpond Dam?
Keas 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 Keas Millpond Dam last inspected?
Keas Millpond Dam was last inspected on February 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.