Niskey Lake Dam dam
Niskey Lake Dam
Niskey Lake Dam, located in Fulton County, Georgia, was completed in 1929 for the primary purpose of recreation. This privately owned structure stands at a height of 31.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 24.1 feet, providing a storage capacity of 349 acre-feet. Situated on Niskey Lake, the dam features an earth core with buttress foundations and a length of 300 feet, offering a serene surface area of 22 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Niskey Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in June 2017. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is considered to be in a not rated condition. While there are no emergency action plans currently in place, the structure's risk management measures are yet to be specified. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its unique design, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate its functionality and environmental impact in the surrounding area.
In the scenic city of Ben Hill, Georgia, Niskey Lake Dam serves as a recreational haven for visitors seeking tranquility amidst nature's beauty. With its rich history and distinctive design, this earth dam continues to captivate the hearts of those who appreciate the importance of water resources and climate dynamics in shaping our environment. Explore the wonders of Niskey Lake Dam and immerse yourself in its peaceful surroundings while contemplating the vital role it plays in sustaining our ecosystem.
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 Niskey Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Utoy Creek At Great Southwest Pkwy Nr Atlanta | 10 cfs | → |
| Sweetwater Creek Below Austell | 105 cfs | → |
| Nickajack Creek At Us 78/278 | 7 cfs | → |
| Sweetwater Creek Near Austell | 86 cfs | → |
| Proctor Creek At Jackson Parkway | 2 cfs | → |
| Proctor Creek At Hortense Way | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Niskey Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Hooch Boat Ramp
- Cobb Parkway South Vinings
- West Palisades Vinings
- Riveredge Lane Northwest Sandy Springs
- Johnson Ferry Road Southeast Sandy Springs
- Peachtree Parkway 488, Shake Rag
Campgrounds
- Dobbins Lakeside Military
- Cochran Mill County Park
- Stone Mountain Park Campground
- Stone Mountain Campground
- Old Hwy 41 - Allatoona Lake
- Clark Creek South - Allatoona Lake
Fishing spots
Track Niskey Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Niskey Lake Dam
Where does the data for Niskey 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 Niskey Lake Dam.