Mill Iron Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Upper Lake Dam Jacks Hill Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Mill Iron Lake Dam, located in Fulton County, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 21 feet and has a hydraulic height of 20 feet. The dam, completed in an unspecified year, has a storage capacity of 117.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres.
Situated on Pruitt Creek, the dam is primarily used for low hazard activities and has not been rated for condition assessment. Despite being uninspected since October 2009, the dam's risk assessment is moderate. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures or locks. The surrounding area is prone to moderate risk, emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures for this water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and address potential issues in the future.
While the dam's emergency action plan status is unclear, the lack of recent inspections and condition assessments raises concerns about the overall safety and maintenance of Mill Iron Lake Dam. Given its proximity to Shellman, Georgia, and its importance for various activities, it is crucial for stakeholders to ensure regular inspections, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness to mitigate any potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Pruitt Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
117.5 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Mill Iron Lake Dam