Jones Millpond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Jones Millpond Dam in Chatham, Georgia, is an Earth dam with a height of 11 feet and a length of 675 feet.


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Summary

Completed in 1860, this dam serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the area, with a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet. Situated on Battle Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and providing irrigation for the surrounding region.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the Jones Millpond Dam is regularly inspected for safety and maintenance. The last inspection was conducted in June 2010, with a scheduled frequency of every 5 years. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam management team is focused on implementing appropriate risk management measures to ensure the continued safety and functionality of the structure.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Jones Millpond Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and engineering behind essential infrastructure for water management. As a State-owned dam in Georgia, it stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to safeguard against potential risks and ensure sustainable water resource management for future generations.

Year Completed

1860

Dam Length

675

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

BATTLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25

Drainage Area

4350

Nid Storage

164

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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.