Mcquillan & Yamnitz Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mcquillan & Yamnitz Lake Dam, located in Lizella, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 50 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 89 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge rate of 77 cubic feet per second. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and has not been inspected since September 2010, with its hazard potential and condition assessment marked as undetermined and not rated, respectively.

Despite being in a moderate risk category, with a hazard potential yet to be determined, Mcquillan & Yamnitz Lake Dam remains an important structure for recreational activities in the area. With a surface area of 4 acres and a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, the dam serves as a popular location for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy water-based activities. While its condition assessment is listed as not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain undisclosed, suggesting a need for further evaluation and potential updates to ensure the safety of surrounding communities.

As a private dam in the Mobile District, Mcquillan & Yamnitz Lake Dam's risk assessment and hazard potential are essential aspects to monitor and address to maintain the safety of the surrounding area. With its unique design and purpose geared towards recreation, the dam serves as both a functional structure and a potential risk factor, underscoring the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to protect both the environment and the community.

Dam Height

50

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Nid Storage

89

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

50
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.