Kents Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Walden Lake Dam Griffin Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Kents Millpond Dam, located in Glascock, Georgia, along Joes Creek, serves as a recreational structure completed in 1960 by designer Kent, Sr.
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Summary
The concrete dam stands at a height of 14 feet and stretches 250 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is not currently regulated, inspected, or permitted by state authorities, indicating a lack of oversight in its maintenance and operation.
The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates contributing to its design. While the dam is categorized as having a buttress core type, the foundation type remains unlisted or unknown. The surrounding area offers approximately 8 acres of surface area for recreational activities, making it an attractive destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in exploring the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems in the region.
With its historical significance and unique design features, Kents Millpond Dam presents an intriguing case study for those passionate about water resource management and climate resilience. As an unregulated structure with a moderate risk assessment, the dam raises questions about the importance of proper oversight and maintenance in ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure. Its location in the picturesque surroundings of Mitchell (Environs), Georgia, offers a compelling backdrop for further research and exploration into the complex dynamics of water resource management in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
JOES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
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