Lpc Lake Dam Dam
Lpc Lake Dam
Lpc Lake Dam, located in Jackson, Georgia, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Designed by ED ADAMS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet. The dam, classified as low hazard potential, is uncontrolled with uncontrolled outlet gates and an uncontrolled spillway. It was last inspected in July 2016 and rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Although the dam is not regulated by the state, it is subject to state jurisdiction and inspection. The risk assessment for Lpc Lake Dam is moderate (3), indicating a moderate level of risk associated with the structure. While an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is not currently prepared or meeting guidelines, the dam is deemed to have moderate risk management measures in place. The surrounding area presents a low hazard potential, suggesting a relatively low level of risk to nearby communities in case of a dam failure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lpc Lake Dam offers an interesting case study of a privately owned recreational structure in Georgia. The dam's design, storage capacity, and risk assessment provide valuable insights into the management and assessment of dams in the region. As the dam is not regulated by the state, its condition and safety measures rely heavily on private ownership and inspection practices. Further research and monitoring of Lpc Lake Dam could contribute to a better understanding of dam safety and risk management in similar recreational settings.
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 Lpc Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Oconee River At College St | 79 cfs | → |
| Middle Oconee River Near Athens | 184 cfs | → |
| Middle Oconee River Near Arcade | 155 cfs | → |
| Apalachee River Near Bostwick | 80 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Penfield | 415 cfs | → |
| South Fork Broad River At Carlton | 87 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lpc Lake Dam.
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About Lpc Lake Dam
Where does the data for Lpc 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 below 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.
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.