Hardy Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Paradise Lake Dam Mccrainie Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hardy Millpond Dam, located in Berrien, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection and creating a habitat for small fish.
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Summary
This private dam, constructed primarily of earth with a buttress core, stands at a height of 12 feet and spans 1150 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 987 acre-feet and a surface area of 120 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water levels and supporting local ecosystems.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Hardy Millpond Dam has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection of the dam took place in May 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the dam is currently considered to be in good condition, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure its long-term functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
As a vital component of water resource management in the area, Hardy Millpond Dam's importance extends beyond its immediate functions to the broader impacts on water quality, ecological balance, and climate resilience. With a commitment to ongoing assessment and risk management measures, this dam exemplifies the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems in sustaining water resources for the future.
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
HARDY MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
120 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
987 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Hardy Millpond Dam