Mcgee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcgee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 423 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01102 |
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
Meriwether County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgee Lake Dam?
Mcgee 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 Mcgee Lake Dam?
Mcgee Lake Dam is owned by Meriwether County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgee Lake Dam built?
Mcgee Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Mcgee Lake Dam?
Mcgee 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 Mcgee Lake Dam?
Mcgee Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Mcgee Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcgee Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.