Mcclendon Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mcclendon Lake Dam in Haralson, Georgia, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program.


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Summary

The dam, with a height of 33.05 feet and a hazard potential classified as high, has a poor condition assessment as of February 2017. It is designed in a buttress core type and has an uncontrolled spillway. With a normal storage capacity of 0 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 39.4 acre-feet, the dam poses a moderate risk and undergoes inspections every two years.

Located within the Mobile District, Mcclendon Lake Dam is overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. Despite its poor condition, the dam's risk is managed with moderate measures. With no associated structures and limited data on its construction and purpose, the dam remains a significant focus for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in its impact on the local environment and water management practices in Georgia. The dam's proximity to the community underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection.

Dam Height

33.05

Nid Storage

39.4

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.