Mcrae Big Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcrae Big Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 362 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05003 |
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
Mcrae, Duncan. B.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcrae Big Lake Dam?
Mcrae Big 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 Mcrae Big Lake Dam?
Mcrae Big Lake Dam is owned by Mcrae, Duncan. B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcrae Big Lake Dam built?
Mcrae Big Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Mcrae Big Lake Dam?
Mcrae Big 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 Mcrae Big Lake Dam?
Mcrae Big Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Mcrae Big Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcrae Big Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.