Suggs Millpond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Suggs Millpond Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 282 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| NID ID | GA04987 |
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
Taylor County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Suggs Millpond Lake Dam?
Suggs Millpond 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 Suggs Millpond Lake Dam?
Suggs Millpond Lake Dam is owned by Taylor County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Suggs Millpond Lake Dam?
Suggs Millpond 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 Suggs Millpond Lake Dam?
Suggs Millpond Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Suggs Millpond Lake Dam last inspected?
Suggs Millpond Lake Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.