Benny Meyers Lake Dam dam
Benny Meyers Lake Dam
Benny Meyers Lake Dam, also known as Meyers Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Oglethorpe, Georgia. Built in 1955, this dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 540 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 10 acres and a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Big Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Benny Meyers Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an established inspection frequency, it remains a popular spot for recreational activities in the area. With its picturesque location and historical significance, Benny Meyers Lake Dam is a noteworthy landmark for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore in Georgia.
In conclusion, Benny Meyers Lake Dam offers a unique recreational experience in Oglethorpe County, Georgia. As a privately owned structure, it adds to the charm of the surrounding landscape and provides a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy. While the dam's risk level is considered moderate, its historical significance and natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for those interested in water resources and climate 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 Benny Meyers Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Oconee River At College St | 60 cfs | → |
| Middle Oconee River Near Athens | 107 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Penfield | 257 cfs | → |
| Apalachee River Near Bostwick | 53 cfs | → |
| South Fork Broad River At Carlton | 87 cfs | → |
| Middle Oconee River Near Arcade | 118 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Benny Meyers Lake Dam.
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Nf Boundary To Glenwood Springs/Lake Sinclair
- Confluence Of Brasstown Creek And Little Brasstown Creek Just South Of Brasstown Falls Road (Fs 751) To Confluence Of Mill Branch, Brasstown Creek And Boatwright Creek Near Boatwright Road (Fs 753)
- Confluence Of Cedar Creek To 1/4 Mile Below The Nf Boundary And Fh 110, Cobbs Bridge Road
- Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16
Track Benny Meyers Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Benny Meyers Lake Dam
Where does the data for Benny Meyers 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 Low 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 Benny Meyers Lake Dam.