Amberlake Dam dam
Amberlake Dam
Amberlake Dam, located in Fayette, Georgia, stands as a testament to the engineering prowess of its designer, Ed Koons. Completed in 1984, this private-owned earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a dam height of 28.1 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 341 acre-feet, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a safe and secure structure.
Situated on Pelham Creek, this 660-foot-long dam boasts a surface area of 20.2 acres and a normal storage capacity of 212 acre-feet. Despite being in a state-jurisdiction area without state permitting requirements, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. While it is categorized as "not rated" in terms of condition assessment, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its efficient water management system.
Amberlake Dam, with its picturesque surroundings and recreational offerings, serves as a tranquil oasis in Fayette, Georgia. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates appreciate the beauty and functionality of this structure, its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment provide reassurance of its safety and stability. With its rich history and continued maintenance, Amberlake Dam remains a vital part of the local ecosystem, offering a harmonious blend of leisure and environmental conservation.
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 Amberlake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flint River Near Lovejoy | 25 cfs | → |
| Line Creek Near Senoia | 16 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Griffin | 57 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd | 9 cfs | → |
| Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen | 13 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River Near Fairburn | 1,220 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Amberlake Dam.
Boat launches
- Peachtree Parkway 488, Shake Rag
- 1124 Peachtree City
- Pine Crest Drive 127, Peachtree City
- Burch Lake Road Fayette County
- West Mcintosh Road Spalding County
- Hooch Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Padgett Lake
- Jester Creek
- Clayton County International Park
- Griffin City Reservoir
- Chapel Hill Park
- George H Sparks Reservoir
Track Amberlake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Amberlake Dam
Where does the data for Amberlake 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 Amberlake Dam.