Mashburn Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mashburn Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 146 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02000 |
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
Mashburn, Marcus
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mashburn Millpond Dam?
Mashburn 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 Mashburn Millpond Dam?
Mashburn Millpond Dam is owned by Mashburn, Marcus (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mashburn Millpond Dam built?
Mashburn Millpond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Mashburn Millpond Dam?
Mashburn 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 Mashburn Millpond Dam?
Mashburn Millpond Dam has a dam height of 25 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.