Mccants Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccants Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 609 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 202 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02827 |
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
Mccants, Omer L. Mr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccants Lake Dam?
Mccants 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 Mccants Lake Dam?
Mccants Lake Dam is owned by Mccants, Omer L. Mr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccants Lake Dam built?
Mccants Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mccants Lake Dam?
Mccants 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 Mccants Lake Dam?
Mccants Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Mccants Lake Dam last inspected?
Mccants Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.