Leach Lake Dam dam
Leach Lake Dam
Located in the picturesque city of New Hope Church Community in Pike, Georgia, Leach Lake Dam stands as a testament to both engineering prowess and natural beauty. Completed in 1960, this private-owned Earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike. With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet, this dam provides a tranquil surface area of 8 acres amidst a drainage area of 167 square miles.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Leach Lake Dam boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has not been inspected since November 1985, yet its condition remains unrated. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are yet to be determined, its historical significance and recreational appeal make it a must-visit destination for those interested in water resources and climate resilience.
Nestled within the Savannah District of the USACE, Leach Lake Dam offers a tranquil oasis in the heart of Georgia's countryside. From its buttress core to its uncontrolled spillway, this dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human intervention and natural preservation. With its unique design and historical charm, Leach Lake Dam is a captivating destination for anyone seeking to explore the intersection of water resources, climate management, and recreational enjoyment.
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 Leach Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd | 9 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Griffin | 60 cfs | → |
| Line Creek Near Senoia | 16 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Lovejoy | 25 cfs | → |
| Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen | 10 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River Near Jackson | 441 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Leach Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- West Mcintosh Road Spalding County
- East Bagwell Road Pike County
- Burch Lake Road Fayette County
- Talbot County
- Pine Crest Drive 127, Peachtree City
Campgrounds
- High Falls State Park
- Indian Springs State Park
- Gladesville Campground
- Rush Creek Campground
- Old Sawmill Campsite
- Bumblebee Ridge Campsite
Fishing spots
- Griffin City Reservoir
- High Falls Lake
- Padgett Lake
- Indian Springs State Park Lake
- Clayton County International Park
- Jester Creek
Track Leach Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Leach Lake Dam
Where does the data for Leach 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 Leach Lake Dam.