Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 dam
Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5
Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5, located in Meriwether, Georgia, is a vital part of flood risk reduction efforts in the area. Owned by the local government and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this Earth dam stands at 35 feet high with a hydraulic height of 34.1 feet. With a storage capacity of 3347.2 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4054 acres, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 is subject to regular inspections to ensure its integrity and functionality. The last inspection took place in June 2019, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, measures are in place to manage any potential risks associated with the dam. While its condition is currently not rated, the structure serves as a key component in the overall water resource management system in the region.
As part of the larger Rocky Ford Branch water system, Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of water flow and storage in the area. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this structure is designed to effectively manage excess water during periods of high flow. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 is essential for ensuring the sustainability and resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns.
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 Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville | 21 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Griffin | 60 cfs | → |
| New River At Ga 100 | 33 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 836 cfs | → |
| Line Creek Near Senoia | 16 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Culloden | 628 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5.
Boat launches
- East Bagwell Road Pike County
- Talbot County
- Mooty Bridge Road Lagrange
- Troup County
- Dam Road Troup County
Campgrounds
Track Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 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 Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5
Where does the data for Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5 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 Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 5.