Mill Creek Ws Str # 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Mill Creek WS Str # 2, located in Dalton, Georgia, is a state-owned earth dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction on Crow Valley Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at 37.1 feet high with a hydraulic height of 36.2 feet and a length of 601 feet, providing a storage capacity of 536 acre-feet for flood control. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in January 2018.
While Mill Creek WS Str # 2 currently serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area, the dam's condition remains unassessed, raising concerns about its long-term reliability and safety. With a history of state inspections and maintenance, the dam continues to be operated with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. Given its location and purpose, it is crucial for authorities to prioritize the assessment and upkeep of this dam to ensure its effectiveness in managing potential flooding events in the future. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should monitor updates on the condition of Mill Creek WS Str # 2 to support sustainable water management practices in the region.
Dam Length |
601 |
Dam Height |
37.1 |
River Or Stream |
CROW VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
36.2 |
Nid Storage |
536 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mill Creek At Dalton
|
20cfs |
Conasauga River Near Eton
|
114cfs |
Conasauga River At Tilton
|
209cfs |
Mill Creek Near Crandall
|
4cfs |
Holly Creek Near Chatsworth
|
19cfs |
South Chickamauga Creek Near Chickamauga
|
163cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mill Creek Ws Str # 2