Mccrainie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccrainie Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01447 |
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
McCranie Family Partnership LP C/O Sara Kathryn Meinders
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccrainie Lake Dam?
Mccrainie 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 Mccrainie Lake Dam?
Mccrainie Lake Dam is owned by McCranie Family Partnership LP C/O Sara Kathryn Meinders (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccrainie Lake Dam built?
Mccrainie Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Mccrainie Lake Dam?
Mccrainie 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 Mccrainie Lake Dam?
Mccrainie Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mccrainie Lake Dam last inspected?
Mccrainie Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.