Mccleskey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccleskey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 393 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 232 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00816 |
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
The Partnership of McCleskey Family Limited
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccleskey Lake Dam?
Mccleskey 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 Mccleskey Lake Dam?
Mccleskey Lake Dam is owned by The Partnership of McCleskey Family Limited (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccleskey Lake Dam built?
Mccleskey Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Mccleskey Lake Dam?
Mccleskey 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 Mccleskey Lake Dam?
Mccleskey Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mccleskey Lake Dam last inspected?
Mccleskey Lake Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.