Seagraves Mill Pond Dam

NOWHERE BRANCH· Madison, Georgia· Built 1970· Earth· 35 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Seagraves Mill Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA)
Dam Length523 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage429 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area1,270 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDGA04873

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Madison County Industrial Development Building and Authority

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seagraves Mill Pond Dam?

Seagraves Mill Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Seagraves Mill Pond Dam?

Seagraves Mill Pond Dam is owned by Madison County Industrial Development Building and Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Seagraves Mill Pond Dam built?

Seagraves Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Seagraves Mill Pond Dam?

Seagraves 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 Seagraves Mill Pond Dam?

Seagraves Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Seagraves Mill Pond Dam last inspected?

Seagraves Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2019. 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.