Mcgee Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mcgee Lake Dam, located in Macks, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1900 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, creates a reservoir with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. With a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 2176 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite not being regulated by the state, Mcgee Lake Dam poses a significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in March 1984, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and integrity. With a maximum discharge capacity of 40 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a vital structure for flood control and water supply management along Dicks Branch.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Mcgee Lake Dam to prevent potential risks and ensure the sustainable management of water resources. The dam's historical significance and critical role in recreational activities underscore the need for continued oversight and support to safeguard the surrounding communities and ecosystems from potential hazards.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

1000

River Or Stream

Dicks Branch

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

2176

Nid Storage

55

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Significant

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.