Montpelier Lake Dam dam
Montpelier Lake Dam
Montpelier Lake Dam, located in Lizella, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 29 feet and stretching 365 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and covers an impressive surface area of 8 acres. While its hazard potential is classified as low, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk (3), prompting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its stability.
Despite being privately owned, Montpelier Lake Dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections to assess its condition. The last inspection took place in June 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam's overall condition is currently listed as "Not Rated," there are no reported issues with its structural integrity. In the event of an emergency, the dam's spillway is uncontrolled, emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures and emergency preparedness.
Montpelier Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational asset in Monroe County, offering residents and visitors a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. As part of the Mobile District in Georgia, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water storage for the local community and contributing to the region's water resource management. With its unique combination of functionality and scenic beauty, Montpelier Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource demands.
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 Montpelier Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon | 6 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Macon | 694 cfs | → |
| Falling Creek Near Juliette | 9 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Culloden | 465 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River Near Jackson | 433 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek Below Eatonton | 37 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Montpelier Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Arrowhead County Park
- Claystone County Park
- Dames Ferry County Park
- Central City Park - State Fairgrounds
- High Falls State Park
- Gladesville Campground
Fishing spots
- Lake Tobesofkee
- High Falls Lake
- Mccant's Mill Pond
- Indian Springs State Park Lake
- Houston Lake
- Miller Creek Lake Recreation Area
Track Montpelier Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Montpelier Lake Dam
Where does the data for Montpelier 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 Montpelier Lake Dam.