Seagraves Mill Pond Dam
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 Length | 523 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 429 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,270 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04873 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Madison County Industrial Development Building and Authority
Local Government
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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.