Mcdaniel Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Cherokee, Georgia· Built 1973· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mcdaniel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area55 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDGA02133

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 28, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Matthews, Charles & Mahota

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcdaniel Lake Dam?

Mcdaniel 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 Mcdaniel Lake Dam?

Mcdaniel Lake Dam is owned by Matthews, Charles & Mahota (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcdaniel Lake Dam built?

Mcdaniel Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Mcdaniel Lake Dam?

Mcdaniel 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 Mcdaniel Lake Dam?

Mcdaniel Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Mcdaniel Lake Dam last inspected?

Mcdaniel Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.