Schg dam
Schg
Schg, also known as Channel G Str., is a state-regulated dam located in Hillsborough, Florida, specifically in the city of Tampa. Completed in 1978, this concrete dam stands at a height of 2.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 10.8 feet and a structural height of 18.5 feet. The primary purpose of Schg is flood risk reduction, helping to mitigate potential damage in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding.
With a storage capacity of 950 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2475 cubic feet per second, Schg plays a crucial role in managing water flow along Rocky Creek. The dam covers a surface area of 75 acres and serves a drainage area of 43.7 square miles. Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition of Schg has not been rated, with the last inspection taking place in September 1999. The risk assessment for Schg categorizes it as having a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure.
As a key component of the water management infrastructure in Florida, Schg highlights the ongoing efforts to balance flood risk reduction with efficient water resource management. Its location in a high-risk area underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity and safeguard surrounding communities. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the critical role that Schg plays in protecting against flooding and preserving the delicate balance of water resources in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Schg -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brooker Creek At Van Dyke Rd Near Citrus Park Fl | · | → |
| Rocky Creek At St Hwy 587 At Citrus Park Fl | 0 cfs | → |
| Brushy Creek Near Citrus Park Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Rocky Creek Near Sulphur Springs Fl | 3 cfs | → |
| Brooker Creek Near Lake Fern Fl | · | → |
| Sweetwater Creek Near Sulphur Springs Fl | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Schg.
Boat launches
- Philippe Park
- Lowry Park Boat Ramp
- U.S. 19 39620, Tarpon Springs
- Safety Harbor Marina
- Morse Street, Safety Harbor
- North Pinellas Avenue Tarpon Springs
Campgrounds
- Bay Bayou Rv Resort
- Serenova Tract Campsite
- Raccoon Creek Military - Macdill Afb
- Coons Creek Military - Macdill Afb
- Hillsborough River State Park
- E G Simmons County Park
Fishing spots
Track Schg in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Schg
Where does the data for Schg come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Schg.