Soil Erosion Lake dam
Soil Erosion Lake
Soil Erosion Lake, nestled in the heart of Richmond, Georgia, is a Federal-owned water resource managed by the US Army for recreation purposes. This picturesque Earth-type dam, standing at 33 feet tall with a length of 270 feet, was completed in 1977 and boasts a storage capacity of 216 acre-feet. The lake covers an area of 8 acres and is fed by Butler Creek, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Despite its tranquil setting, Soil Erosion Lake poses a significant hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway and lack of outlet gates. While the last inspection in March 2021 rated the condition as not available, the risk assessment remains at a moderate level (3). Emergency preparedness measures, including an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, are lacking, indicating a need for improved risk management strategies to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital water resource.
As a prime example of the intersection between water resources and climate resilience, Soil Erosion Lake serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance of dams and reservoirs. With its stunning natural surroundings and potential risks, this site calls for continued attention and investment to mitigate erosion, protect water quality, and ensure the long-term viability of this essential water source.
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.
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Soil Erosion Lake .
Boat launches
- Mccormick County
- Columbia County
- Burnettown
- Fish Hatchery Road 4416-4610, Dearing
- Lake Springs Road Columbia County
- Saint John's Road, Clarks Hill
Campgrounds
- Lake Leitner Military
- Wildwood County Park
- Petersburg - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Ridge Road - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Bussey Point Wilderness Area
- Modoc - Strom Thurmond Lake
Fishing spots
Track Soil Erosion Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Soil Erosion Lake
Where does the data for Soil Erosion Lake 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 Significant 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
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