Milams Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Milams Lake Dam, located in Fulton County, Georgia, was completed in 1950 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Trickum Creek and offers a serene surface area of 15 acres for visitors to enjoy.

Although the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, its risk assessment is moderate. Despite lacking recent inspection data, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures remain unknown. With uncontrolled outlets and spillway, Milams Lake Dam poses a moderate risk that warrants further assessment and potential enhancement of safety protocols.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Milams Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in balancing recreational benefits with potential safety risks associated with an aged and unmaintained structure. The dam's location in a picturesque setting along Trickum Creek, coupled with its historical significance and moderate risk level, invites a closer examination of the intersection between dam infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and public safety. As efforts to assess and manage the dam's risks continue, there is an opportunity for stakeholders to engage in discussions on sustainable water resource management and resilient infrastructure practices.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TRICKUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Drainage Area

120

Nid Storage

90

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.