Camp Dam dam
Camp Dam
Camp Dam, located in Walton, Georgia, is a privately-owned recreational earth dam constructed in 1960 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS). Standing at a height of 20.4 feet with a normal storage capacity of 52.8 acre-feet, this dam serves as a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. While designated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, signaling a need for ongoing monitoring and management measures.
With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and uncontrolled outlet gates, Camp Dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. Despite being a private structure, this dam provides valuable insights into water management and conservation practices. Whether admiring the scenic views or studying the dam's design and construction details, visitors can appreciate the intersection of human ingenuity and natural beauty at Camp Dam.
As a part of the larger water infrastructure in Georgia, Camp Dam stands as a testament to the importance of balancing recreational needs with safety and risk management. While its condition assessment is currently "Not Rated," the dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts required to ensure the sustainability and resilience of our water resources in the face of changing climates and increasing demands. Camp Dam invites enthusiasts to explore the intersection of engineering, ecology, and recreation in a picturesque setting along the Alcovy River in Georgia.
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 Camp Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alcovy River Above Covington | 35 cfs | → |
| Little Haynes Creek At Dial Mill Rd Nr Milstead Ga | 9 cfs | → |
| Big Haynes Creek At Jack Turner Dam | 23 cfs | → |
| Brushy Fork Creek At Beaver Road | 3 cfs | → |
| Big Haynes Creek At Bald Rock Road | 17 cfs | → |
| Yellow River At Gees Mill Road | 96 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Dam.
Boat launches
- Ccc Camp Loop Morgan County
- Ellis Road Jasper County
- Lakeshore Drive Henry County
- Saint Ives Country Club Parkway Johns Creek
- Chattahochee River Park Peachtree Corners
Campgrounds
- Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Camp Rutledge
- Fort Yargo State Park
- James Shackleford County Park
- Stone Mountain Campground
- Stone Mountain Park Campground
Fishing spots
- Black Shoals Lake
- Parkers Lake
- Twin Lakes
- Rhodes Jordan Park
- Davidson Mountain Nature Preserve
- Collins Hill Park
Track Camp Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Camp Dam
Where does the data for Camp 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 Camp Dam.