G.B. Alston Lake Dam dam
G.B. Alston Lake Dam
G.B. Alston Lake Dam, located in Preston, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Completed in 1994, this dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 675 feet, providing a storage capacity of 751 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Bear Creek and offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking in its 67-acre surface area.
Despite being privately owned, the state of Georgia regulates the inspection of G.B. Alston Lake Dam, with the last assessment conducted in September 2018. The dam is classified as having a moderate risk level, however, its hazard potential is undetermined. The emergency action plan for the dam is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and preparation in case of any unforeseen events. Overall, G.B. Alston Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the Webster County area, captivating water resource and climate enthusiasts alike with its picturesque surroundings and potential for outdoor enjoyment.
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 G.B. Alston Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston | 287 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek Near Americus | 393 cfs | → |
| Hannahatchee Creek At Union | 84 cfs | → |
| Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson | 894 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek At Ga 195 | 413 cfs | → |
| Pachitla Creek Near Edison | 345 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near G.B. Alston Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- River Bend Park Road Chattahoochee County
- Rood Creek Landing Road Stewart County
- Chubcreek Road Russell County
Campgrounds
- Riverbend County Park
- Florence Marina State Park
- Bluff Creek
- Andersonville City Campground
- Lakepoint State Park
- Uchee Creek Military
Fishing spots
Track G.B. Alston Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About G.B. Alston Lake Dam
Where does the data for G.B. Alston 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 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of G.B. Alston Lake Dam.