Mill Iron Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Iron Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | GA05098 |
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
Milliron, Reba
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Iron Lake Dam?
Mill Iron Lake 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 Mill Iron Lake Dam?
Mill Iron Lake Dam is owned by Milliron, Reba (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mill Iron Lake Dam?
Mill Iron Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Iron Lake Dam?
Mill Iron Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Mill Iron Lake Dam last inspected?
Mill Iron Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.