Mcallister Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Mcallister Lake Dam, located in Tift, Georgia, was completed in 1956 by designer Curtis McAllister for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a height of 14.6 feet and a length of 1230 feet, boasts a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet and serves as a recreational hotspot with a surface area of 16 acres. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam is regularly inspected and deemed to have low hazard potential.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it features uncontrolled outlet gates. With a drainage area of 65 square miles, Mcallister Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Its risk assessment is rated as moderate, suggesting a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and efficiency of the dam for both recreational and environmental purposes. As a significant structure in the area, Mcallister Lake Dam epitomizes the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1230 |
Dam Height |
14.6 |
River Or Stream |
NO NAME |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
155 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
38cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
87cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
28cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
1330cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
|
81cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
2080cfs |
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.
Mcallister Lake Dam