Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21 dam
Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21
Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21, located in Bartow, Georgia, plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along Rock Creek. Constructed in 1969 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 692 acre-feet. Despite its important function, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and is currently in poor condition, according to a 2018 inspection.
Managed by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, this state-regulated structure is designed to withstand significant hydraulic pressures, with an uncontrolled spillway system in place. The dam's primary purpose is to mitigate flooding in the area, serving as a vital component of the watershed's overall water resource management plan. With a drainage area of 1045 acres and a normal storage capacity of 36.4 acre-feet, this structure plays a critical role in protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.
Despite its age and current condition assessment, efforts are likely underway to improve the safety and functionality of Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns in the region, the importance of maintaining and upgrading such infrastructure becomes increasingly evident. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring the status and potential enhancements of this dam can provide valuable insights into the ongoing challenges and solutions related to water management in the area.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Two Run Creek Near Kingston | 8 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Allatoona Dam | 359 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Ga 61 | 509 cfs | → |
| Etowah River Near Kingston | 2,720 cfs | → |
| Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel | 548 cfs | → |
| Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton | 47 cfs | → |
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About Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21
Where does the data for Pine Log Tributary Watershed Structure No. 21 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 High 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 below 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.
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.