Kersey Lake Dam # 2 dam
Kersey Lake Dam # 2
Located in Houston, Georgia, Kersey Lake Dam # 2 is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1978, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 560 feet, providing a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unknown river or stream, within the jurisdiction of the state but without state regulation. Despite being unlisted for inspections, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Kersey Lake Dam # 2 offers a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding surface area of 17 acres. The dam's drainage area covers 320 acres, with a normal storage capacity of 102 acre-feet. While the dam is not currently rated for condition assessment, it remains a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Although the dam has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, its risk management measures are considered moderate, indicating a level of safety for visitors.
Despite its private ownership and lack of federal involvement, Kersey Lake Dam # 2 stands as a tranquil retreat in the heart of Georgia, offering a peaceful escape for outdoor enthusiasts. While the dam may not be subject to state permitting or regulations, its recreational value and moderate risk assessment make it a noteworthy destination for those seeking to explore the intersection of water resources and climate in a natural setting. Whether admiring the dam's earth-type construction or enjoying the activities it offers, visitors can appreciate the beauty and functionality of this hidden gem in Houston County.
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 Kersey Lake Dam # 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey Creek At Byromville | 3 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Ga 26 | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville | 14 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville | 1,200 cfs | → |
| Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon | 6 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek Near Americus | 48 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kersey Lake Dam # 2.
Boat launches
- General Courtney Hodges Boulevard 2337-2355, Perry
- Haven Way 498, Perry
- Pulaski County
- Highway 96, Bonaire
- County Road Hawkinsville
- Highway 128 5374-5376, Roberta
Campgrounds
- Whitewater Creek County Park
- Warner Robins Afb Military
- Andersonville City Campground
- Georgia Veterans State Park
- Lake Blackshear Campgrounds
Track Kersey Lake Dam # 2 in the Snoflo app
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About Kersey Lake Dam # 2
Where does the data for Kersey Lake Dam # 2 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 Kersey Lake Dam # 2.