Mcclelland Lake Dam, located in Cairo, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily designed for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
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Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 10.4 feet with a hydraulic height of 10.6 feet, providing a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 1050 acres. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has an uncontrolled outlet gate.
Despite being rated with a low hazard potential, Mcclelland Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment level. The last inspection of the dam took place in November 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of five years. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures for this structure remain unspecified. With its strategic location along Big Branch and serving the local community for various purposes, Mcclelland Lake Dam represents a vital component of water resource management in the area.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
10.4 |
River Or Stream |
BIG BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.6 |
Drainage Area |
1050 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
10.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
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