Mcqueen Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Mcqueen Lake Dam, located in Colquitt, Georgia, serves as a recreational spot along Sloan Creek.


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Summary

This private-owned dam, primarily designed for recreation, stands at 14.6 feet in height with a storage capacity of 483.3 acre-feet. With its earth core and buttress structure, the dam spans 910 feet in length and covers a surface area of 42 acres.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Mcqueen Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in February 2010. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the dam's condition is currently not rated. While the dam's Emergency Action Plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, its safety measures and functionality continue to ensure the protection of the surrounding area and inhabitants.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mcqueen Lake Dam serves as a fascinating example of a privately-owned recreational dam in Georgia. Its unique design and purpose, combined with its location along Sloan Creek, offer a glimpse into the diverse landscape of water infrastructure in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in managing water resources.

Dam Length

910

Dam Height

14.6

River Or Stream

SLOAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

42

Hydraulic Height

14.4

Drainage Area

3080

Nid Storage

483.3

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.