Dalesmoore Plantation dam
Dalesmoore Plantation
Dalesmoore Plantation, located in Molena, Georgia, is a historic hydroelectric facility nestled along the picturesque Red Oak Creek and Flint River. Built in 1925, this dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches across a length of 370 feet, with a storage capacity of 1500 acre-feet. The dam boasts a unique design featuring a combination of arch, buttress, and gravity structures supported by a rock foundation, making it a visually striking landmark in the Meriwether County landscape.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Dalesmoore Plantation serves as an essential source of hydroelectric power for the region, with a maximum discharge capacity of 8880 cfs. Despite its age, the dam has a low hazard potential and is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and reliability. The surrounding area covers 40 acres and the dam's drainage area spans 120 acres, highlighting its significant role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
With its rich history, architectural significance, and vital role in providing sustainable energy, Dalesmoore Plantation stands as a testament to the intersection of water resources and climate resilience. As a key player in the region's hydroelectric infrastructure, this dam continues to contribute to the local economy while upholding high standards of safety and environmental conservation. Its presence along the scenic Red Oak Creek and Flint River serves as a reminder of the importance of harnessing natural resources in a responsible and sustainable manner for future generations to come.
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 Dalesmoore Plantation -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flint River Near Griffin | 60 cfs | → |
| Line Creek Near Senoia | 16 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd | 9 cfs | → |
| Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville | 21 cfs | → |
| New River At Ga 100 | 33 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Lovejoy | 25 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dalesmoore Plantation .
Boat launches
- East Bagwell Road Pike County
- West Mcintosh Road Spalding County
- Burch Lake Road Fayette County
- Pine Crest Drive 127, Peachtree City
- 1124 Peachtree City
- Talbot County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Griffin City Reservoir
- Padgett Lake
- Callaway Gardens Lake
- High Falls Lake
- Jester Creek
- Clayton County International Park
Track Dalesmoore Plantation 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 Dalesmoore Plantation
Where does the data for Dalesmoore Plantation 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 Dalesmoore Plantation .