Conasauga Lake Dam dam
Conasauga Lake Dam
Conasauga Lake Dam, also known as Garden Lakes Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Floyd, Georgia. Built in 1951 by designer B. S. Elliott, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 2156 feet. It has a storage capacity of 336 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 46 acres, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities in the Rome area.
Despite its recreational appeal, Conasauga Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2017. The dam is classified as having a moderate risk level, emphasizing the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety. With state regulation and enforcement in place by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, efforts are being made to mitigate risks and manage potential emergencies associated with this structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Conasauga Lake Dam can appreciate its historical significance as a recreational site in Georgia while also recognizing the importance of ongoing risk management and maintenance practices to safeguard the surrounding community. As a local government-owned structure, the dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment of water resources and the need for responsible stewardship to protect against potential hazards.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Conasauga Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oostanaula River Near Rome | 1,280 cfs | → |
| Heath Creek Near Armuchee | 3 cfs | → |
| Coosa River Near Rome | 1,620 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop | 698 cfs | → |
| Chattooga River At Summerville | 112 cfs | → |
| Etowah River Near Kingston | 387 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Conasauga Lake Dam.
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Fishing spots
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River runs
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About Conasauga Lake Dam
Where does the data for Conasauga Lake Dam 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 High 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 below 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.
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.