Miles Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Miles Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 580 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03374 |
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
Miles,James Allen(Jimmy)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miles Pond Dam?
Miles Pond 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 Miles Pond Dam?
Miles Pond Dam is owned by Miles,James Allen(Jimmy) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miles Pond Dam built?
Miles Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Miles Pond Dam?
Miles Pond 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 Miles Pond Dam?
Miles Pond 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 Miles Pond Dam last inspected?
Miles Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.