Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00859 |
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
Millhaven Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam?
Millhaven Lake No 2 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 Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam?
Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam is owned by Millhaven Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam built?
Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam?
Millhaven Lake No 2 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 Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam?
Millhaven Lake No 2 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 Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam last inspected?
Millhaven Lake No 2 Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.