Juniper Lake Dam dam
Juniper Lake Dam
Juniper Lake Dam, located in Talbot, Georgia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreational purposes. Built in 1850, this earth dam stands at a height of 14.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 15.9 feet, creating a storage capacity of 1024.9 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 504 feet and impounds Juniper Lake on Upatoi Creek, offering a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, Juniper Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with inspections conducted every five years to ensure its structural integrity. While the condition assessment is currently rated as 'Not Rated', the dam poses no immediate threat to public safety. With its historical significance and recreational value, Juniper Lake Dam serves as a picturesque destination for those interested in water management and environmental conservation in the region.
As one of the oldest structures in the area, Juniper Lake Dam continues to provide a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking to connect with nature. The dam's location on Upatoi Creek, within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, offers a unique opportunity to observe the intersection of water resources and climate dynamics in a tranquil setting. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Juniper Lake Dam stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of water infrastructure in Georgia, making it a must-visit destination for enthusiasts in the field.
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 Juniper Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Upatoi Creek Near Columbus | 161 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At Us 280 | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Culloden | 596 cfs | → |
| Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell | 81 cfs | → |
| Hannahatchee Creek At Union | 31 cfs | → |
| Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston | 50 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Juniper Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Juniper Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Juniper Lake Dam
Where does the data for Juniper 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 Juniper Lake Dam.