Mims Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mims Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 86 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03415 |
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
Mims Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mims Millpond Dam?
Mims Millpond 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 Mims Millpond Dam?
Mims Millpond Dam is owned by Mims Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mims Millpond Dam built?
Mims Millpond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Mims Millpond Dam?
Mims Millpond 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 Mims Millpond Dam?
Mims Millpond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mims Millpond Dam last inspected?
Mims Millpond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.