Southern Mills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Southern Mills Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 392 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06534 |
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
Ellis, W.D. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Southern Mills Lake Dam?
Southern Mills Lake 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 Southern Mills Lake Dam?
Southern Mills Lake Dam is owned by Ellis, W.D. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Southern Mills Lake Dam?
Southern Mills Lake 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 Southern Mills Lake Dam?
Southern Mills Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Southern Mills Lake Dam last inspected?
Southern Mills Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.