Hancock Millpond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Hancock Millpond Dam, located in Richmond County, Georgia, was completed in 1900 and primarily serves for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam with a height of 17 feet and a hydraulic height of 11.5 feet impounds Spirit Creek, creating a surface area of 34 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 283 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed as not rated in terms of condition.

Although the dam is privately owned, it falls under state jurisdiction and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2014. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures or locks. It is considered to have a moderate risk level and has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date. With its historical significance and recreational value, Hancock Millpond Dam stands as a notable feature in the water resource and climate landscape of Georgia.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

765

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

SPIRIT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34

Hydraulic Height

11.5

Nid Storage

283

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.