Myricks Mill Pond Dam

BIG SANDY CREEK· Twiggs, Georgia· Built 1960· Other· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length600 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage2.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage165 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA00179

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 14, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

White Oak LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.