Mcree Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Mcree Lake Dam West is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04805 |
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
Lee, Ronald C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcree Lake Dam West?
Mcree Lake Dam West 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 Mcree Lake Dam West?
Mcree Lake Dam West is owned by Lee, Ronald C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcree Lake Dam West built?
Mcree Lake Dam West was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Mcree Lake Dam West?
Mcree Lake Dam West 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 Mcree Lake Dam West?
Mcree Lake Dam West has a dam height of 15 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 Mcree Lake Dam West last inspected?
Mcree Lake Dam West was last inspected on June 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.