Raoul Lake Dam dam
Raoul Lake Dam
Raoul Lake Dam, located in Dade, Georgia, was completed in 1987 and serves as a vital water resource for the area. This private dam, designed by SCS, has a primary purpose of recreation and stands at a height of 27 feet with a length of 240 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 330 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres, making it a significant asset for water management in the region.
The dam is situated on Tucker Branch and is regulated by the state of Georgia. Although it has a low hazard potential, it is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity. With a moderate risk assessment rating, Raoul Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water management and recreation activities in the area. Despite not being owned or funded by federal agencies, the dam continues to be a key feature in the local landscape, providing both environmental and recreational benefits to the community.
Overall, Raoul Lake Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and serves as a valuable asset for both local residents and visitors. Its construction and design by SCS reflect a commitment to balancing the needs of water conservation and recreation in the region. With its low hazard potential and regular inspections, the dam remains a reliable and essential structure for maintaining water supply and promoting outdoor activities in Dade, Georgia.
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 Raoul Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lookout Creek Near New England | 66 cfs | → |
| South Chickamauga Creek Near Chickamauga | 146 cfs | → |
| Sequatchie River Near Whitwell | 150 cfs | → |
| North Chickamauga Cr At Mile Straight | 2 cfs | → |
| North Chickamauga Creek Near Montlake | 0 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Dalton | 20 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Raoul Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- U.S. 41 18039, Chattanooga
- Cummings Highway Chattanooga
- Macedonia Road Marion County
- Hales Bar Road 950, Guild
- Interstate 24, Jasper
- Raccoon Mountain Road 2510, Chattanooga
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) To Nf Boundary (Rm 70.0)
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
Track Raoul Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Raoul Lake Dam
Where does the data for Raoul 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 Raoul Lake Dam.