Effluent Equalization Basin Dam dam
Effluent Equalization Basin Dam
The Effluent Equalization Basin Dam, also known as the Heavy Liquor Pond Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Rome, Georgia. Built in 1960, this Earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 405 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is listed as "Other," serving as an effluent equalization basin for water resource management.
This dam, classified as having a low hazard potential, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being of moderate risk (3) according to assessments, it has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection in 2018 deemed it to be in satisfactory condition, meeting safety guidelines. With no associated structures and no state regulation, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the Floyd County area.
Located in the Nashville District, this dam serves a vital function in managing water flow and storage in the region. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, it stands as a testament to engineering excellence in water resource management. As climate change impacts water resources, structures like the Effluent Equalization Basin Dam are essential for ensuring sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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 Effluent Equalization Basin Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Coosa River Near Rome | 1,390 cfs | → |
| Heath Creek Near Armuchee | 3 cfs | → |
| Chattooga River Above Gaylesville Al | 215 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula River Near Rome | 820 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop | 718 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek Near Cedartown | 90 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Effluent Equalization Basin Dam.
Boat launches
- Floyd County
- Heritage Trail Rome
- Cherokee County 556, Centre
- East Rome Bypass, Rome
- Highway 68, Cedar Bluff
- Us 411;Ga 20 Bartow County
Campgrounds
- Coosa River County Park
- James H. Floyd State Park Campground
- James H Sloppy Floyd State Park
- Trailcampground Silver Comet
- De Soto State Park
- Chief Ladiga Trail Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
Track Effluent Equalization Basin Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Effluent Equalization Basin Dam
Where does the data for Effluent Equalization Basin 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 Effluent Equalization Basin Dam.