Union Mill

Sandy Run Creek· Richmond, Georgia· Built 1903· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Union Mill is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length580 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Year Completed1903 (123 years old)
NID IDGA00714

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 28, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fort Eisenhower

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Union Mill?

Union Mill 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 Union Mill?

Union Mill is owned by Fort Eisenhower (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Union Mill built?

Union Mill was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 Union Mill?

Union Mill serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Union Mill?

Union Mill has a dam height of 10 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 Union Mill last inspected?

Union Mill was last inspected on March 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.