Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 729 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 489 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 115 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03229 |
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
Morgan Family Limited Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam?
Mcgarrh's 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 Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam?
Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam is owned by Morgan Family Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam?
Mcgarrh's 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 Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam?
Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam last inspected?
Mcgarrh's Millpond Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.