Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam dam
Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam
Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam, also known as Fausel Lake Dam, is a privately-owned recreational dam located in Henry, Georgia. Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 240 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 130 acre-feet. The dam spans 245 feet in length and covers an impressive surface area of 18 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam poses no immediate threat to surrounding areas and is well-maintained for recreational purposes. In the event of an emergency, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan but remains compliant with guidelines for risk management.
Frequented by water resource and climate enthusiasts, Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam offers a tranquil setting for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Situated in the beautiful Hampton Rd Area, this dam provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy nature and explore the surrounding landscape. With its rich history and impressive engineering, Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam is a hidden gem in Georgia's water infrastructure that continues to attract visitors seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of nature.
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 Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen | 11 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Lovejoy | 29 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd | 8 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Griffin | 66 cfs | → |
| Honey Creek At Ga 212 | 6 cfs | → |
| Line Creek Near Senoia | 14 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- West Mcintosh Road Spalding County
- Burch Lake Road Fayette County
- Lakeshore Drive Henry County
- Peachtree Parkway 488, Shake Rag
- 1124 Peachtree City
- Pine Crest Drive 127, Peachtree City
Campgrounds
- High Falls State Park
- Indian Springs State Park
- Newton Factory Shoals Rec Area
- Rush Creek Campground
- Cochran Mill County Park
- Gladesville Campground
Fishing spots
- Griffin City Reservoir
- Clayton County International Park
- Jester Creek
- Padgett Lake
- High Falls Lake
- Chapel Hill Park
Track Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam
Where does the data for Valley Lakes Farm 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 Valley Lakes Farm Lake Dam.