Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam dam
Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam
Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam, located in Cook, Georgia, was completed in 1970 for the primary purpose of recreation. This Earth dam, with a height of 15.6 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, impounds the waters of the Little River to create a picturesque lake that covers 295 acres and offers a variety of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition based on the last inspection conducted in February 2010.
Managed by the state of Georgia, Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam serves as a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the beautiful natural surroundings of the Burney Hill environs. The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 1032.5 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 3812.5 acre-feet, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. While the dam is uncontrolled in terms of spillway and outlet gates, its risk assessment is moderate (3), indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a rich history dating back to its construction in the 1970s, Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam continues to be a vital part of the local ecosystem, supporting a diverse range of plant and animal species while offering a peaceful retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. The dam's association with the Little River and its proximity to the city of Burney Hill make it a valuable resource for both residents and visitors seeking to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Georgia's waterways. As efforts to maintain and monitor the dam continue, it remains a symbol of the state's commitment to preserving and enhancing its natural landscapes for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.
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 Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Adel | 136 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd | 155 cfs | → |
| Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd | 16 cfs | → |
| Okapilco Creek At Ga 33 | 14 cfs | → |
| Alapaha River Near Alapaha | 32 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River At Us 84 | 418 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam.
Track Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam
Where does the data for Reed Bingham Park 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 Reed Bingham Park Lake Dam.