Stapleton Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stapleton Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6,800 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00190 |
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
Wayne Smith Logging Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stapleton Millpond Dam?
Stapleton 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 Stapleton Millpond Dam?
Stapleton Millpond Dam is owned by Wayne Smith Logging Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stapleton Millpond Dam built?
Stapleton Millpond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Stapleton Millpond Dam?
Stapleton 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 Stapleton Millpond Dam?
Stapleton Millpond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Stapleton Millpond Dam last inspected?
Stapleton Millpond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.