Pope Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pope Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 168 acres |
| Drainage Area | 600 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| NID ID | GA03954 |
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
Pope, Edwin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pope Millpond Dam?
Pope 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 Pope Millpond Dam?
Pope Millpond Dam is owned by Pope, Edwin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pope Millpond Dam?
Pope Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pope Millpond Dam?
Pope Millpond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Pope Millpond Dam last inspected?
Pope Millpond Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.