Reese Lake Dam

MCLEAN CREEK· Warren, Georgia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length336 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area3,260 sq mi
NID IDGA00377

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: April 1, 1997
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ray Marcia R & Mary R Abercrombie

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reese Lake Dam?

Reese 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 Reese Lake Dam?

Reese Lake Dam is owned by Ray Marcia R & Mary R Abercrombie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Reese Lake Dam?

Reese 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 Reese Lake Dam?

Reese Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Reese Lake Dam last inspected?

Reese Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1997. 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.