Lake Milt-Ann Dam

GIN CREEK· Harris, Georgia· Built 1956· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Milt-Ann Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA)
Dam Length655 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage202 acre-ft
Normal Storage156 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area75 sq mi
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDGA01654

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: January 23, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Charles C Reynolds & Debbie Tresa Chapman James Ronald Lipp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Milt-Ann Dam?

Lake Milt-Ann 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 Lake Milt-Ann Dam?

Lake Milt-Ann Dam is owned by Charles C Reynolds & Debbie Tresa Chapman James Ronald Lipp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Milt-Ann Dam built?

Lake Milt-Ann Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lake Milt-Ann Dam?

Lake Milt-Ann 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 Lake Milt-Ann Dam?

Lake Milt-Ann Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lake Milt-Ann Dam last inspected?

Lake Milt-Ann Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2020. 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.