Miller Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Dade, Georgia· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Miller Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA)
Dam Length267 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge56 cfs
NID IDGA02346

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: September 1, 2008
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hedges, James R. Iii

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Miller Lake Dam?

Miller 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 Miller Lake Dam?

Miller Lake Dam is owned by Hedges, James R. Iii (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Miller Lake Dam?

Miller Lake 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 Miller Lake Dam?

Miller Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Miller Lake Dam last inspected?

Miller Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2008. 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.