Miller Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Miller Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 745 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00865 |
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
Millican, Charles Phillip
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller Pond Dam?
Miller 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 Miller Pond Dam?
Miller Pond Dam is owned by Millican, Charles Phillip (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller Pond Dam built?
Miller Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Miller Pond Dam?
Miller 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 Miller Pond Dam?
Miller Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Pond Dam last inspected?
Miller Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.