Millen View Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Millen View Lake Dam, located in Jenkins County, Georgia, was completed in 1978 for the primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 690 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. The dam sits on an unlisted/unknown foundation and has a surface area of 14 acres, serving a drainage area of 155 acres. While the dam is designated as having a low hazard potential, its condition has not been officially rated as of the last inspection in August 2014.

Situated in the city of Millen, Georgia, this dam is under state jurisdiction and has undergone state inspections, but is not regulated by a state agency. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk level. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status for Millen View Lake Dam are currently unknown, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and assessment of this vital water resource structure in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Millen View Lake Dam offers a fascinating case study in irrigation infrastructure and the intersection of human development with natural water systems.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Drainage Area

155

Nid Storage

140

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.