Gem1 dam
Gem1
Gem1 is a private water resource located in Okaloosa, Florida, specifically in the city of Crestview. The dam, with a height of 10 feet and a length of 485 feet, serves a primary purpose of recreation, providing a surface area of 14 acres and a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet. Despite being classified as "Earth" type, the hazard potential and condition assessment of Gem1 are currently undetermined and not rated, respectively. The dam is under state regulation, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement conducted by the relevant authorities.
Situated in an unnamed pond within the Mobile District, Gem1 is a notable water structure in Florida, drawing attention from water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam, owned privately, stands as a recreational asset in the area, with its construction and design details reflecting a commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors. Although the dam's risk assessment and management measures are not explicitly defined in the data, the state's jurisdiction and regulatory oversight ensure that necessary precautions and protocols are in place for its operation.
Gem1's significance lies not only in its contribution to local recreation but also in its potential impact on water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its storage capacity, surface area, and location within the state of Florida, the dam serves as a focal point for monitoring and understanding the interaction between human infrastructure and environmental sustainability. As water resource and climate enthusiasts delve into the details of Gem1, they uncover a complex interplay of factors that shape the resilience and adaptability of these vital systems in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Gem1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal River Nr Crestview | 590 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Mossy Head | 95 cfs | → |
| Yellow River At Milligan | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Oak Grove | 770 cfs | → |
| Juniper Creek At State Hwy 85 Nr Niceville | 78 cfs | → |
| Alaqua Creek Near Pleasant Ridge | 48 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gem1.
Boat launches
- Live Oak Church Road, Crestview
- U.S. 90 1921, Baker
- Okaloosa County
- County Road 2 2731, Baker
- Florida Trail Okaloosa County
- Public Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Jr. Walton Pond
- Speck Pond
- Red Deer
- Pearl Creek
- Karick Lake Upper - Blackwater River State Forest
- Karick Lake Lower - Blackwater River State Forest
Fishing spots
Track Gem1 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 Gem1
Where does the data for Gem1 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 Undetermined 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.