Todd Lake North Dam dam
Todd Lake North Dam
Todd Lake North Dam, located in Curryville, Georgia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1938, this earth dam stands at a height of 18.7 feet and has a storage capacity of 154 acre-feet. The dam, with a length of 660 feet, overlooks a beautiful surface area of 16.5 acres and is situated on a river or stream of unknown name.
Despite its age, Todd Lake North Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam is classified as an uncontrolled spillway type with uncontrolled outlet gates. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the structure undergoes inspections every five years, with the most recent one conducted in February 2018. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to state inspections.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Todd Lake North Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of human infrastructure and natural landscapes. With its serene surroundings and historical significance, this recreational dam serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible stewardship and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of our water resources.
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 Todd Lake North Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oostanaula River At Resaca | 691 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula River Near Rome | 812 cfs | → |
| Heath Creek Near Armuchee | 3 cfs | → |
| Chattooga River At Summerville | 96 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop | 592 cfs | → |
| Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel | 548 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Todd Lake North Dam.
Boat launches
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River runs
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About Todd Lake North Dam
Where does the data for Todd Lake North 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 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.