Hills Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hills Millpond Dam, located in Burke, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation on Hills Branch.
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Summary
Standing at 18 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 13 acres. The dam, designed by HILL, has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being state regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections with the last one conducted in June 2014. The condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," and the dam is subject to an inspection frequency of every 5 years. With Rick W. Allen as the representative for the area, Hills Millpond Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities while maintaining a focus on safety and risk management measures.
Dam Length |
195 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
HILLS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1800 |
Nid Storage |
136 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brier Creek At Millhaven
|
458cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis
|
7cfs |
Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven
|
7320cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
557cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Hills Millpond Dam