Amerson Mill Pond dam
Amerson Mill Pond
Amerson Mill Pond, also known as Mays Millpond Dam, is a privately owned recreational water resource located in the Sparks Community of Washington, Georgia. Built in 1957 by designer Tom Hamilton, this earth dam stands at 14 feet in height and spans 720 feet in length, creating a surface area of 39 acres and a storage capacity of 496 acre-feet. Situated on the Williamson Swamp Creek, this dam serves primarily for recreation purposes and is regulated by the state jurisdiction of Georgia.
Despite its low hazard potential, Amerson Mill Pond has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management. The dam has not been inspected since December 2002, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there are no emergency action plans in place. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam presents a moderate risk that requires attention to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
As a focal point for the community, Amerson Mill Pond provides a valuable recreational outlet for residents and visitors alike. Its proximity to the Williamson Swamp Creek offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, this dam represents a cherished piece of Georgia's water resource and climate landscape that warrants continued attention and preservation efforts.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Amerson Mill Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro | 32 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Ga 272 | 26 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Avant Mine | 411 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Oconee | 692 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Milledgeville | 294 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Midville | 454 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Amerson Mill Pond.
Track Amerson Mill Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Amerson Mill Pond
Where does the data for Amerson Mill Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Amerson Mill Pond.