Clarks Millpond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Clarks Millpond Dam, located in Jefferson, Georgia, is a privately owned structure on Duhart Creek primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This earth-type dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a hydraulic height of 10 feet, with a length of 950 feet and a storage capacity of 325 acre-feet. The dam, constructed by an unknown designer, has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition as of the last inspection in February 2003.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Clarks Millpond Dam plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam contributes to the management of water resources in the area. Although the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, the dam's condition and safety measures are currently not fully assessed or rated. As a site that attracts water resource and climate enthusiasts, Clarks Millpond Dam serves as a fascinating example of a private dam structure contributing to both leisure and water management in the region.

Dam Length

950

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

DUHART CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

42

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

325

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.