Mcclure Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcclure Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00990 |
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
Mcclure Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclure Lake Dam?
Mcclure 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 Mcclure Lake Dam?
Mcclure Lake Dam is owned by Mcclure Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcclure Lake Dam built?
Mcclure Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Mcclure Lake Dam?
Mcclure 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 Mcclure Lake Dam?
Mcclure Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Mcclure Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcclure Lake Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.