Mcdonalds Millpond Dam

DICKSONS MILL CREEK· Ben Hill, Georgia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length445 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage295 acre-ft
Normal Storage148 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03502

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: October 18, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mcdonald, Paul A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcdonalds Millpond Dam?

Mcdonalds 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 Mcdonalds Millpond Dam?

Mcdonalds Millpond Dam is owned by Mcdonald, Paul A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcdonalds Millpond Dam?

Mcdonalds 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 Mcdonalds Millpond Dam?

Mcdonalds Millpond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Mcdonalds Millpond Dam last inspected?

Mcdonalds Millpond Dam was last inspected on October 18, 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.