Mcfather Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcfather Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04082 |
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
Moore, R.C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcfather Lake Dam?
Mcfather 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 Mcfather Lake Dam?
Mcfather Lake Dam is owned by Moore, R.C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcfather Lake Dam built?
Mcfather Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Mcfather Lake Dam?
Mcfather 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 Mcfather Lake Dam?
Mcfather Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mcfather Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcfather Lake Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.