Milner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Milner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 453 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,973 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06024 |
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
Milner, Douglas & Otis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Milner Lake Dam?
Milner 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 Milner Lake Dam?
Milner Lake Dam is owned by Milner, Douglas & Otis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Milner Lake Dam?
Milner 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 Milner Lake Dam?
Milner Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.