Browns Millpond Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Browns Millpond Lake Dam in Sumter, Georgia, stands as a testament to the importance of water resources and climate resilience.


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Summary

Completed in 1955, this private-owned Earth dam serves primarily for recreation, with a storage capacity of 493.4 acre-feet. Situated on Bailey Creek, the dam has a height of 13.2 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, creating a surface area of 58.9 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite being unlisted as a state-regulated structure, Browns Millpond Lake Dam is inspected periodically, with the last assessment conducted in December 2008. The dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to have a moderate risk level, signaling the need for ongoing risk management measures. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its presence underscores the need for proactive monitoring and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety of the surrounding Lamar Environs community.

As climate change continues to impact water resources, the resilience of dams like Browns Millpond Lake Dam becomes increasingly crucial. With its historical significance and recreational value, this Earth dam serves as a reminder of the intersection between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

13.2

River Or Stream

BAILEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

58.9

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

493.4

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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. 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

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, 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.