Mcneel Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcneel Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02416 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Happy Valley Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcneel Lake Dam?
Mcneel Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcneel Lake Dam?
Mcneel Lake Dam is owned by Happy Valley Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcneel Lake Dam built?
Mcneel Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Mcneel Lake Dam?
Mcneel 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 Mcneel Lake Dam?
Mcneel Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Mcneel Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcneel Lake Dam was last inspected on January 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.