W. B. Miller Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
W. B. Miller Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| NID ID | GA07193 |
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
G & D Farm Enterprises LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of W. B. Miller Lake Dam?
W. B. Miller 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 W. B. Miller Lake Dam?
W. B. Miller Lake Dam is owned by G & D Farm Enterprises LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of W. B. Miller Lake Dam?
W. B. Miller 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 W. B. Miller Lake Dam?
W. B. Miller Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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.