Rollins Ranch Dam 1, located in Milstead, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1962 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 320 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. Situated along Tr- Sweetwater Creek, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Rollins Ranch Dam 1 is not subject to state regulation or inspection. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 16 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Available," the risk level is monitored and assessed as moderate. As a key infrastructure for the area's water resource management, Rollins Ranch Dam 1 plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities while also addressing various agricultural and environmental needs within the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Sweetwater Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |