Mcclellan Dam dam
Mcclellan Dam
Mcclellan Dam, also known as Colonel S Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Silver Springs, Florida. Completed in 1946, this earth dam stands at 20 feet high and spans 600 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Mcclellan Dam is for recreation, specifically catering to fish and wildlife pond activities.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Mcclellan Dam is regulated by the Northwest Florida Water Management District and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, this dam serves as a valuable asset for the surrounding community in Calhoun County, Florida. While it has not been rated for its condition, Mcclellan Dam remains a key feature in the local landscape, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation and wildlife conservation along the Field Dam Stream.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Mcclellan Dam continues to provide a source of enjoyment and environmental benefits to residents and visitors alike. With its scenic location and historical significance, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region. Whether for fishing, boating, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the area, Mcclellan Dam remains a beloved destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to connect with nature in Calhoun, Florida.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Mcclellan Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Apalachicola River Nr Blountstown | 9,690 cfs | → |
| Chipola River Nr Altha | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola R.Ab Chipola Conr Wewahitchka | 11,900 cfs | → |
| Telogia Creek Nr Bristol | 82 cfs | → |
| Econfina Creek Near Bennett | 442 cfs | → |
| Chipola River At Marianna Fl | 973 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mcclellan Dam.
Boat launches
- Southwest Jahue Landing Road, Blountstown
- Highway 20 13496, Altha
- Northwest Joe Red Shuler Road 7040, Bristol
- Southeast River Street 15929, Blountstown
- 188 Liberty County
- Calhoun County
Campgrounds
- Big Gully Landing
- Camel Lake
- Camel Lake Recreation Area
- Camel Lake Recreation Area Apalachicola National Forest
- Florida River Island
- Dead Lakes State Rec Area
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13
- Segment C--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness Boundary To Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Boundary
- 2 Miles Below Dam On Lake Talquin To Ochlockonee Bay
- Headwaters To Concrete Bridge (Burnt Bridge) On Fh 13 (Where River Enters Bradwell Ray Wilderness)
- Bradwell Bay Wilderness (Northern Boundary) To Bradwell Bay Wilderness Boundary At Trice Bridge On Fr 329
- Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
Track Mcclellan Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Mcclellan Dam
Where does the data for Mcclellan Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Mcclellan Dam.