Mcclendon Lake Dam South Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Mcclendon Lake Dam South, located in Morgan, Georgia, was completed in 1977 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The dam is of Earth type with a structural height of 19.7 feet and a length of 1020 feet, providing a storage capacity of 967 acre-feet. The dam is under private ownership and is not regulated by the state, with low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has been inspected periodically, with the last inspection conducted in October 2015. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there are no Emergency Action Plans (EAP) in place. With a drainage area of 2395 acres, Mcclendon Lake Dam South plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this structure an interesting subject for further study and monitoring to ensure its safety and efficient operation in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

1020

Dam Height

19.4

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

74.9

Hydraulic Height

19.7

Drainage Area

2395

Nid Storage

967

Structural Height

19.7

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.