Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 dam
Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3
Located in Oconee, Georgia, Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Standing at a height of 35 feet and stretching 158 feet in length, this dam has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. While its hazard potential is classified as low, a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 indicates the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures.
Situated within the Savannah District and under state jurisdiction, Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments as of the last recorded data in 1992. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, suggesting a simpler design compared to other structures. Despite the lack of state permitting and enforcement, the dam remains a notable feature in the region, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in its unique design and recreational opportunities.
With its tranquil setting and moderate risk profile, Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 offers a blend of natural beauty and engineering ingenuity for visitors and residents alike. While the dam's exact construction year is unknown, its enduring presence serves as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and outdoor recreation in the heart of Georgia. As efforts to assess and manage the dam's risk continue, it stands as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and safeguarding our water infrastructure for future generations.
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 Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Oconee River Near Athens | 107 cfs | → |
| North Oconee River At College St | 60 cfs | → |
| Apalachee River Near Bostwick | 53 cfs | → |
| Middle Oconee River Near Arcade | 118 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Penfield | 257 cfs | → |
| South Fork Broad River At Carlton | 87 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3.
Campgrounds
- Oconee River Campground
- Oconee River
- Fort Yargo State Park
- Camp Rutledge
- Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Pioneer 1
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Nf Boundary To Glenwood Springs/Lake Sinclair
- Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16
- Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam
- Confluence Of Brasstown Creek And Little Brasstown Creek Just South Of Brasstown Falls Road (Fs 751) To Confluence Of Mill Branch, Brasstown Creek And Boatwright Creek Near Boatwright Road (Fs 753)
Track Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 in the Snoflo app
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About Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3
Where does the data for Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3 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 Tommie Tillman Lake Dam #3.