Sibley Millpond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Sibley Millpond Dam, located in Coweta, Georgia, is a state-owned structure regulated by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 26 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet, covering an impressive surface area of 11 acres.

Despite its recreational significance, Sibley Millpond Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition as assessed in January 2017. The dam's inspection frequency is every 2 years, emphasizing the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety. While the risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate, there is room for improvement in risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards.

With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Sibley Millpond Dam stands as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region. Given its historical significance and recreational value, efforts to enhance its safety and structural integrity are essential to preserve its functionality and protect the surrounding community from potential risks associated with dam failure.

Dam Length

330

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

90

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.