Mcgee Lake
Key Takeaway
Mcgee Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00067 |
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
Boy Scouts of America
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgee Lake?
Mcgee Lake 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?
Mcgee Lake is owned by Boy Scouts of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgee Lake built?
Mcgee Lake was completed in 1958, making it 68 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?
Mcgee Lake 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?
Mcgee Lake has a dam height of 17 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 last inspected?
Mcgee Lake was last inspected on February 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.