Mclendon Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Terrell, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage117 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area162 sq mi
NID IDGA03651

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: August 11, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

McLendon Farms, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mclendon Lake Dam?

Mclendon 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 Mclendon Lake Dam?

Mclendon Lake Dam is owned by McLendon Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mclendon Lake Dam?

Mclendon 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 Mclendon Lake Dam?

Mclendon Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Mclendon Lake Dam last inspected?

Mclendon Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2016. 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.