Myricks Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Myricks Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00179 |
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
White Oak LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Myricks Mill Pond Dam?
Myricks Mill Pond 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 Myricks Mill Pond Dam?
Myricks Mill Pond Dam is owned by White Oak LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Myricks Mill Pond Dam built?
Myricks Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Myricks Mill Pond Dam?
Myricks Mill Pond 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 Myricks Mill Pond Dam?
Myricks Mill Pond 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 Myricks Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Myricks Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.