Paul Mckie Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mitchell Lake Dam Dorminy Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Paul Mckie Lake Dam is a privately owned structure located in Ben Hill, Georgia, serving the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Constructed in 2005, this buttress dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 36 acre-feet. The dam, spanning 660 feet in length, is situated on Little House Creek and is regulated by the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Paul Mckie Lake Dam provides essential water resources for agricultural irrigation in the region. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or drainage area. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its modest size, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for the surrounding area, contributing to the sustainable utilization of water for irrigation purposes.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE HOUSE CREEK |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Paul Mckie Lake Dam