Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam dam
Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam
The Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam in Toombs, Georgia, is a privately owned structure designed by the SCS with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1984, this earth-type dam stands at 16 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet, providing a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. With a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 260 acres, this dam offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.
Located in the Savannah District and owned by a private entity, the Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although not currently regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of 5 years to ensure its safety and integrity. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam provides a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts while also serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.
For those interested in water resource management and climate adaptation, the Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of recreational use and infrastructure development. With its peaceful surroundings and moderate risk assessment, this dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in ensuring the resilience of communities in the face of changing climate patterns. Visit this earth-type dam to witness firsthand the harmonious coexistence of human recreation 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 Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oconee River Near Mount Vernon | 847 cfs | → |
| Altamaha River Near Baxley | 3,060 cfs | → |
| Ohoopee River Near Reidsville | 41 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Lumber City | 1,900 cfs | → |
| Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae | · | → |
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Cherokee Road Wheeler County
- Benton Powell Road 267-315, Uvalda
- Highway 135, Uvalda
- ⛉ Riverwood Trail 45, Uvalda
- Deen's Landing Road 688-700, Baxley
- East Golden Isles Highway Telfair County
Campgrounds
- Towns Bluff County Park
- Falling Rocks County Park
- Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park
- Little Ocmulgee State Park
Fishing spots
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About Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir 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 Mcarthur Group Irrigation Reservoir Dam.