Mccards Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccards Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 414 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02880 |
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
Mccard, A. J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccards Lake Dam?
Mccards 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 Mccards Lake Dam?
Mccards Lake Dam is owned by Mccard, A. J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccards Lake Dam built?
Mccards Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mccards Lake Dam?
Mccards 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 Mccards Lake Dam?
Mccards Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Mccards Lake Dam last inspected?
Mccards Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.