Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam dam
Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam
Located in Dodge, Georgia, Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation. Built in 1949 by Dr. Harrell, the dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13 feet. With a length of 825 feet and a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential, its risk assessment is moderate. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in October 2017, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. Currently, the condition of the dam is not rated, and there are no emergency action plans in place. Despite these factors, Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam remains a picturesque location for individuals to appreciate the beauty of nature while engaging in recreational pursuits.
With its uncontrolled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam offers a tranquil environment for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam is overseen by private ownership. As a part of the Savannah District, the dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community and beyond. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam serves as a hidden gem in Georgia, inviting individuals to explore and appreciate the wonders 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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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 Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae | · | → |
| Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville | 13 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Dublin | 618 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Mount Vernon | 847 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Lumber City | 1,900 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Dodge Lake Road, Eastman
- Sand Hammock Road, Hawkinsville
- Halfmoon Road 471, Abbeville
- Hopewell Church Road Dodge County
- County Road Hawkinsville
- Dodge Lake Road;Dodges Lake Lane Telfair County
Track Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam
Where does the data for Clifton Harrell Jr. 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 Clifton Harrell Jr. Lake Dam.