McCook Lake Dam, also known as Baker Lake Dam, is a private earth dam located in Jones, Georgia.
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Completed in 1950, it stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches 360 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres. The dam primarily serves a recreational purpose and is situated on Swift Creek, within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being privately owned, McCook Lake Dam has not been subject to state regulation or inspection. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam's condition is currently not rated. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. Although its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unknown, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, McCook Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the infrastructure that supports recreational activities within the region. Its historical significance as a mid-20th century earth dam provides insight into the engineering practices of the time, while its current risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to ensure public safety. As an unregulated structure, the dam serves as a reminder of the diverse landscape of water management practices across different jurisdictions.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
SWIFT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1250 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
1910cfs |
Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon
|
499cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
20cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
559cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
71cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
795cfs |