Mcmillan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcmillan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,690 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02947 |
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
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Vickery
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcmillan Lake Dam?
Mcmillan 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 Mcmillan Lake Dam?
Mcmillan Lake Dam is owned by Mr. & Mrs. Mike Vickery (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcmillan Lake Dam built?
Mcmillan Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Mcmillan Lake Dam?
Mcmillan 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 Mcmillan Lake Dam?
Mcmillan Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Mcmillan Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcmillan Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.