Pike Lake Dam dam
Pike Lake Dam
Pike Lake Dam in Georgia is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes. This earth dam, with a height of 9 feet and a length of 3070 feet, provides a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres. Although the dam is considered to have a low hazard potential, it has not been rated for its condition assessment and last underwent inspection in 2007, with an inspection frequency of 5 years.
Situated in Houston County, Georgia, Pike Lake Dam is overseen by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating. While it is not regulated by the state, inspections are conducted periodically to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its scenic surroundings.
Overall, Pike Lake Dam offers a unique recreational experience in Georgia, blending natural beauty with water resource management. As a privately owned entity, the dam contributes to the local ecosystem while providing opportunities for outdoor activities. With a focus on safety and risk management, continued monitoring and maintenance are essential to preserve the integrity of this important water infrastructure for the enjoyment of present and 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 Pike Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon | 5 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Macon | 705 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville | 1,200 cfs | → |
| Falling Creek Near Juliette | 10 cfs | → |
| Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville | 14 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Culloden | 470 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pike Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Warner Robins Afb Military
- Central City Park - State Fairgrounds
- Claystone County Park
- Arrowhead County Park
- Dames Ferry County Park
Fishing spots
- Houston Lake
- Lake Tobesofkee
- Dodge County Public Fishing Area
- Miller Creek Lake Recreation Area
- Mccant's Mill Pond
- Lake Sinclair
Track Pike Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Pike Lake Dam
Where does the data for Pike 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 Pike Lake Dam.