Mcclendon Lake Dam North Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Mcclendon Lake Dam North, located in Leary, Georgia, was completed in 1971 and serves as an essential irrigation structure in Calhoun County.
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Summary
Designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this earth dam stands at 8.3 feet in height and has a storage capacity of 576 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of irrigation, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Mcclendon Lake Dam North has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a surface area of 64.4 acres and a drainage area of 331 square miles. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in October 2015 and a frequency of every 5 years.
As an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure, Mcclendon Lake Dam North stands as a testament to the importance of water management in the face of changing climate patterns. With its strategic location and design, this dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for irrigation purposes while also maintaining a balance between water storage and discharge. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this structure serves as a fascinating example of human intervention in managing water resources for sustainable agricultural practices in Georgia's agricultural heartland.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
8.3 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
64.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.2 |
Drainage Area |
331 |
Nid Storage |
576 |
Structural Height |
9.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Ga 37
|
223cfs |
Pachitla Creek Near Edison
|
128cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Milford
|
367cfs |
Chickasawhatchee Creek At Elmodel
|
105cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek Near Elmodel
|
511cfs |
Flint River At Newton
|
2580cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Mcclendon Lake Dam North