Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure) dam
Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure)
The Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure) is a historic dam located in Augusta, Georgia, completed in 1847 for the primary purpose of water supply. This earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 10,245 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1,100 acre-feet and a surface area of 110 acres. The dam is associated with two other structures and is regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, with inspections conducted by the same agency to ensure its safety and proper functioning.
The Augusta Canal, on which the dam is constructed, serves as a vital water resource for the region and also supports hydroelectric power generation. The controlled spillway of the dam has a width of 30 feet, and its hazard potential is classified as high, with a very high risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment of the dam is currently not available, emergency action plans are in place, meeting guidelines and last revised in December 2020. With its rich history and importance for water supply and energy generation, the Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures continues to play a significant role in the water infrastructure of Augusta, Georgia.
Located in Richmond County, Georgia, the Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures is a key component of the water supply system in Augusta. The dam has a stone core and is built on a rock foundation, showcasing a blend of earth and masonry dam types. The presence of this historic structure underscores the importance of water resource management and highlights the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and functionality of critical infrastructure. As climate change impacts water resources, the maintenance and upkeep of such structures become even more crucial for sustainable water supply and energy production 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 Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper) | 2,190 cfs | → |
| Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue | 8 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Augusta | 3,950 cfs | → |
| Spirit Creek At Us 1 | 10 cfs | → |
| Stevens Creek Near Modoc | 23 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek Near Waynesboro | 117 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure).
Boat launches
- Burnettown
- Mccormick County
- Columbia County
- Saint John's Road, Clarks Hill
- Lake Springs Road Columbia County
- Ridge Road 5943, Columbia County
Campgrounds
- Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area
- Lick Fork Lake
- Lake Leitner Military
- Petersburg - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Wildwood County Park
- Ridge Road - Strom Thurmond Lake
Fishing spots
Track Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure) in the Snoflo app
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About Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure)
Where does the data for Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure) 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 High 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 Aug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Below + Bulkhead Structure).