Mills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mills Lake 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 | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01370 |
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
Mills, Walter M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mills Lake Dam?
Mills 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 Mills Lake Dam?
Mills Lake Dam is owned by Mills, Walter M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mills Lake Dam built?
Mills Lake 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 Mills Lake Dam?
Mills 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 Mills Lake Dam?
Mills Lake 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 Mills Lake Dam last inspected?
Mills Lake Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.