John L.
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Mixon is a privately-owned Earth dam located in Statenville, Georgia, specifically in Henry County. Built in 1968 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond, fire protection, stock or small fish pond, irrigation, and recreation. With a height of 13 feet and a length of 950 feet, John L. Mixon has a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.34 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, John L. Mixon poses a moderate risk according to assessments, with a maximum discharge of 360 cubic feet per second through an uncontrolled spillway. The dam has not been inspected recently, and its current condition assessment is unavailable. While emergency action plans and inundation maps are not prepared, the dam meets regulatory guidelines. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the intricate design and multiple functions of John L. Mixon, making it an important feature in the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Little Brushy Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |