Water Oak Lake Dam dam
Water Oak Lake Dam
Water Oak Lake Dam, also known as Sullivan Erosion Lake Dam, is a private earth dam located in Lincoln, Georgia. Built in 1981 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes. Standing at a height of 23.7 feet and with a length of 375 feet, it has a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Water Oak Lake Dam is inspected periodically, with the last assessment conducted in 1988. Its hazard potential is considered low, but the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unspecified. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the unique design and purpose of this dam, situated within the Savannah District of Georgia.
Overall, Water Oak Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for those interested in water resource management and dam infrastructure. Its historical significance, private ownership, and specific irrigation purpose make it a focal point for understanding regional water management in Georgia. With its moderate risk level and low hazard potential, the dam's condition and management practices could offer valuable insights into sustainable water resource utilization and climate resilience strategies in the region.
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 Water Oak Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Near Modoc | 43 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Washington | 18 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Mt. Carmel | 68 cfs | → |
| Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper) | 2,440 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Bell | 689 cfs | → |
| Kettle Creek Near Washington | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Water Oak Lake Dam.
⚓ Boat launches
- Double Branches Boat Ramp
- Lincoln County
- Ga 220 Lincoln County
- Soap Creek Boat Ramp
- Whitstone Road 1198, Lincoln County
- Mccormick County
⛺ Campgrounds
- Clay Hill - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Pointes West Military - Fort Gordon
- Winfield - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Mistletoe State Park
- Hawe Creek - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Elijah Clark State Park
🎣 Fishing spots
- Cherokee Creek
- Cliatt Creek
- J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir
- Lick Fork Lake
- Parsons Mountain Lake
- Lake Olmstead
Track Water Oak Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Water Oak Lake Dam
Where does the data for Water Oak 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 Water Oak Lake Dam.