Mclaughlin Lake Dam

Unknown· Cherokee, Georgia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mclaughlin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDGA05546

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: April 3, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lakestone HOA c/o Fieldstone Association Mgmt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mclaughlin Lake Dam?

Mclaughlin 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 Mclaughlin Lake Dam?

Mclaughlin Lake Dam is owned by Lakestone HOA c/o Fieldstone Association Mgmt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mclaughlin Lake Dam?

Mclaughlin 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 Mclaughlin Lake Dam?

Mclaughlin Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Mclaughlin Lake Dam last inspected?

Mclaughlin Lake Dam was last inspected on April 3, 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.