Veneys Millpond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Veneys Millpond Lake 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 | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01682 |
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
Margaret Veney Martin and Walter John Bruenner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Veneys Millpond Lake Dam?
Veneys 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 Veneys Millpond Lake Dam?
Veneys Millpond Lake Dam is owned by Margaret Veney Martin and Walter John Bruenner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Veneys Millpond Lake Dam built?
Veneys Millpond Lake 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 Veneys Millpond Lake Dam?
Veneys 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 Veneys Millpond Lake Dam?
Veneys 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 Veneys Millpond Lake Dam last inspected?
Veneys Millpond Lake Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.