W. J. Carbrough Dam dam
W. J. Carbrough Dam
W. J. Carbrough Dam, located in Alapaha, Georgia, was completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Owned privately and managed by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 700 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. The dam's low hazard potential, moderate risk assessment, and uncontrolled spillway with a width of 32 feet make it a vital resource for fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational activities within the community.
Situated on Tr- Middle Creek in Tift County, Georgia, W. J. Carbrough Dam contributes to the conservation and enhancement of local wildlife habitats while offering a tranquil recreational environment for residents and visitors. With a drainage area of 0.08 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 220 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and maintaining environmental balance in the region. Despite a lack of recent condition assessment data, the dam's operational history and design specifications indicate its continued effectiveness in serving the community's needs.
As a significant structure overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, W. J. Carbrough Dam underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices and the preservation of natural ecosystems. Its strategic location, design features, and operational capacity contribute to the overall resilience of the local watershed and support various water-related activities. With ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts, this dam remains a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand the intersection of infrastructure development and environmental stewardship 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 W. J. Carbrough Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd | 10 cfs | → |
| Alapaha River Near Alapaha | 56 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Adel | 385 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Ga 32 | 1,500 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Albany | 1,940 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek At Ga 195 | 161 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near W. J. Carbrough Dam.
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Track W. J. Carbrough Dam in the Snoflo app
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About W. J. Carbrough Dam
Where does the data for W. J. Carbrough 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 W. J. Carbrough Dam.