Sibley Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sibley Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02436 |
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
Georgia Department of Transportation P.E.B. Properties, Inc Rogers, Florence
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sibley Millpond Dam?
Sibley Millpond 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 Sibley Millpond Dam?
Sibley Millpond Dam is owned by Georgia Department of Transportation P.E.B. Properties, Inc Rogers, Florence (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sibley Millpond Dam?
Sibley Millpond 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 Sibley Millpond Dam?
Sibley Millpond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Sibley Millpond Dam last inspected?
Sibley Millpond Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.