Bussells Mill Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bussells Mill Pond Dam in Irwin County, Georgia, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and spans 1200 feet along Reedy Creek. With a storage capacity of 335 acre-feet and a normal storage of 110 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 50 acres and serves a drainage area of 5945 acres.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and its condition is not rated, it has not been inspected since March 2009. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam poses a moderate risk, as determined by a risk assessment rating of 3. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are unknown.
Located in the city of Mystic, Georgia, Bussells Mill Pond Dam offers recreational opportunities for visitors. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to stay informed about the condition and management of this dam to ensure the safety and sustainability of its surrounding ecosystem and communities.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
REEDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Drainage Area |
5945 |
Nid Storage |
335 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Bussells Mill Pond Dam