Mcdonalds Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Weeks Lake Dam Battle Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcdonalds Lake Dam, located in Jefferson, Georgia, stands as a private earth dam primarily designed for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Constructed by Dr. Williams, the dam reaches a height of 14.2 feet and holds a maximum storage capacity of 70.7 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 37.4 acre-feet, the dam encompasses a surface area of 8.5 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Mcdonalds Lake Dam remains uninspected and unregulated by state agencies. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no designated inspection schedule or maintenance plan in place. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk management measures and emergency action plans are either outdated or non-existent.
As stakeholders and water resource enthusiasts monitor Mcdonalds Lake Dam's status, concerns arise regarding the lack of oversight and regulatory enforcement. With its potential impact on the surrounding environment and communities, efforts to address the dam's maintenance, inspection, and emergency preparedness are crucial to ensure the safety and sustainability of this recreational structure.
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
14.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.3 |
Nid Storage |
70.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
553cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
150cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
396cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
120cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
3050cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis
|
8cfs |
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.
Mcdonalds Lake Dam