Mundys Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mundys Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,460 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01779 |
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
Clayton County Board of Education
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mundys Millpond Dam?
Mundys 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 Mundys Millpond Dam?
Mundys Millpond Dam is owned by Clayton County Board of Education (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mundys Millpond Dam built?
Mundys Millpond Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Mundys Millpond Dam?
Mundys 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 Mundys Millpond Dam?
Mundys Millpond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Mundys Millpond Dam last inspected?
Mundys Millpond Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.