Mc Clure Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mc Clure Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02841 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mcclure, Warner David
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mc Clure Lake Dam?
Mc Clure Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mc Clure Lake Dam?
Mc Clure Lake Dam is owned by Mcclure, Warner David (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mc Clure Lake Dam built?
Mc Clure Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Mc Clure Lake Dam?
Mc Clure Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mc Clure Lake Dam?
Mc Clure Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Mc Clure Lake Dam last inspected?
Mc Clure Lake Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.