Mckemie Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Mckemie Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,140 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03527 |
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
Kolomoki Farm LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mckemie Lake Dam North?
Mckemie Lake Dam North 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 Mckemie Lake Dam North?
Mckemie Lake Dam North is owned by Kolomoki Farm LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mckemie Lake Dam North?
Mckemie Lake Dam North serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mckemie Lake Dam North?
Mckemie Lake Dam North has a dam height of 27 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 Mckemie Lake Dam North last inspected?
Mckemie Lake Dam North was last inspected on June 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.