Wildlife Lake Dam dam
Wildlife Lake Dam
Wildlife Lake Dam, located in Chattooga, Georgia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes. The dam stands at a height of 13.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet. Its main purpose is to provide recreational opportunities for visitors in the area, offering a surface area of 13.8 acres and a normal storage capacity of 65.6 acre-feet.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Wildlife Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the dam has not been inspected since February 2018, it is categorized as having a moderate risk level. The dam's spillway type is listed as "Uncontrolled" with uncontrolled outlet gates, indicating the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both recreational use and wildlife conservation efforts in the region.
Despite its remote location and lack of federal regulation or permitting, Wildlife Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and wildlife enthusiasts alike. With its picturesque surroundings and ample storage capacity, the dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor activities while also serving as a habitat for local flora and fauna. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the conservation and maintenance of structures like Wildlife Lake Dam are crucial in safeguarding both the environment and the enjoyment of future generations.
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 Wildlife Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chattooga River At Summerville | 99 cfs | → |
| Heath Creek Near Armuchee | 3 cfs | → |
| Chattooga River Above Gaylesville Al | 182 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula River Near Rome | 1,040 cfs | → |
| Coosa River Near Rome | 1,400 cfs | → |
| Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop | 1,060 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wildlife Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Floyd County
- Dekalb County
- County Road 613 Dekalb County
- Heritage Trail Rome
- East Rome Bypass, Rome
- Cherokee County 556, Centre
Campgrounds
- James H Sloppy Floyd State Park
- James H. Floyd State Park Campground
- Camp Skyline Ranch
- De Soto State Park
- The Pocket Recreation Area
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
- Source In Cohutta Wilderness To Nf Boundary North Of Murray's Lake
Track Wildlife Lake Dam 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 Wildlife Lake Dam
Where does the data for Wildlife 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 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 Wildlife Lake Dam.