Newsome Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Newsome Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | GA05244 |
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
Holton Tommy, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newsome Millpond Dam?
Newsome 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 Newsome Millpond Dam?
Newsome Millpond Dam is owned by Holton Tommy, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Newsome Millpond Dam?
Newsome Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newsome Millpond Dam?
Newsome Millpond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Newsome Millpond Dam last inspected?
Newsome Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.