Richmond Farm Lake Dam dam
Richmond Farm Lake Dam
Richmond Farm Lake Dam, located in Warren, Georgia, is a private recreational dam constructed in 1981 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities. The dam is an earth structure with a height of 30.4 feet and a length of 630 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 337.5 acre-feet. The dam is associated with Long Creek/Long Branch and is under the jurisdiction of the state, with inspections conducted regularly to ensure its safety.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a drainage area of 600 acres. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion. With its scenic location and water storage capabilities, Richmond Farm Lake Dam serves as a valuable recreational resource for the community and contributes to the local water supply and environmental sustainability efforts in the region.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Richmond Farm Lake Dam in providing recreational opportunities while also recognizing the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and safety. As a privately owned dam in Georgia, it represents a balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship, highlighting the interconnectedness of water resources and climate resilience. Stay tuned for updates on the risk management measures and ongoing inspections to ensure the continued functionality and safety of Richmond Farm Lake Dam for 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 Richmond Farm Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Washington | 8 cfs | → |
| Kettle Creek Near Washington | 2 cfs | → |
| Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro | 30 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Milledgeville | 294 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Avant Mine | 341 cfs | → |
| Spirit Creek At Us 1 | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Richmond Farm Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Hamburg State Park
- A.H. Stephens State Park
- Rv/Tent Camping
- Pioneer Camping Area
- Equestrian Camping
- Big Hart - Strom Thurmond Lake
Fishing spots
Track Richmond Farm Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Richmond Farm Lake Dam
Where does the data for Richmond Farm 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 Richmond Farm Lake Dam.