Robert Knox Lake Dam (North) dam
Robert Knox Lake Dam (North)
Robert Knox Lake Dam (North) in McDuffie County, Georgia, stands as a private, earth-type structure completed in 1955 for recreational purposes, offering a serene escape for nature enthusiasts. With a dam height of 34 feet and a length of 555 feet, this dam provides a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres, serving as a low-hazard potential structure with moderate risk assessment.
Located in the Charleston District, this dam is primarily used for recreation and sits within a drainage area of 110 square miles. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. With uncontrolled spillways and outlets, this dam caters to the needs of water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a peaceful environment to unwind and connect with the beauty of nature in Georgia's picturesque landscapes.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Robert Knox Lake Dam (North) offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of McDuffie County, Georgia. With its uncontrolled spillways and low-hazard potential, this private earth dam provides a safe and inviting space for outdoor recreation, boasting a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 90 acre-feet. Despite being constructed in 1955, the dam continues to serve its purpose with a moderate risk assessment, making it a valuable asset for those seeking to explore the intersection of water resources and climate in a natural setting.
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 Robert Knox Lake Dam (North) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Washington | 16 cfs | → |
| Kettle Creek Near Washington | 3 cfs | → |
| Stevens Creek Near Modoc | 38 cfs | → |
| Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue | 7 cfs | → |
| Spirit Creek At Us 1 | 10 cfs | → |
| Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper) | 2,280 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Robert Knox Lake Dam (North).
Boat launches
- Mcduffie County
- Thomson Highway Lincolnton
- Fish Hatchery Road 4416-4610, Dearing
- Double Branches Boat Ramp
- Ridge Road 5943, Columbia County
- Lake Springs Road Columbia County
Campgrounds
- Big Hart - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Raysville - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Clay Hill - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Winfield - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Mistletoe State Park
- Wildwood County Park
Fishing spots
- Cliatt Creek
- Cherokee Creek
- Ah Stephens State Park
- J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir
- Hamburg Millpond
- Gordon Lake
Track Robert Knox Lake Dam (North) in the Snoflo app
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About Robert Knox Lake Dam (North)
Where does the data for Robert Knox Lake Dam (North) 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.
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