Mcclelland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcclelland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,050 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03552 |
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
Mr. and Mrs. Littleton Wilder, Jr. Godwin, Walter
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclelland Lake Dam?
Mcclelland 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 Mcclelland Lake Dam?
Mcclelland Lake Dam is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Littleton Wilder, Jr. Godwin, Walter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcclelland Lake Dam built?
Mcclelland 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 Mcclelland Lake Dam?
Mcclelland 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 Mcclelland Lake Dam?
Mcclelland Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Mcclelland Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcclelland Lake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.