Mcallister Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcallister Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03460 |
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
Vivian M. Pearman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcallister Lake Dam?
Mcallister 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 Mcallister Lake Dam?
Mcallister Lake Dam is owned by Vivian M. Pearman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcallister Lake Dam built?
Mcallister Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Mcallister Lake Dam?
Mcallister Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcallister Lake Dam?
Mcallister Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Mcallister Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcallister Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.