Millers Lake Dam, located in Chattahoochee, Georgia, was completed in 1947 and serves as a recreational site along the Hichitee Creek.
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This private dam, standing at a height of 14.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet, offers a surface area of 30 acres and a storage capacity of 256 acre-feet for recreational activities. While the dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, it also plays a role in flood control and water management in the region.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Millers Lake Dam has been inspected regularly, with the latest inspection conducted in October 2017. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and uncontrolled spillway. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam's condition is currently not rated, but it is considered to meet safety guidelines. Although there have been no reported incidents or emergency action plans associated with the dam, its role in providing recreational opportunities and managing water resources in the area remains vital for the community and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
14.2 |
River Or Stream |
HICHITEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
2550 |
Nid Storage |
256 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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