Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction dam
Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction
Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2, located in Musella, Georgia, is undergoing a major reconstruction project to enhance its structural integrity and ensure the safety of the surrounding area. The dam, primarily used for recreation, was initially completed in 1997 and stands at a height of 25.6 feet with a storage capacity of 178.7 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type.
The reconstruction effort aims to address any potential risks associated with the dam, as it has not been rated for its current condition. Although the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the hazard potential is considered low, with a moderate overall risk assessment. The project is being carried out by a private owner in compliance with state jurisdiction, with inspections conducted every five years to ensure its ongoing safety and compliance with regulations.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction project presents an opportunity to witness the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety. With its location in Crawford County, Georgia, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource while highlighting the importance of proactive maintenance and upgrades to safeguard against potential risks. As the project progresses, stakeholders and interested parties can track the developments to ensure the long-term sustainability of this vital water infrastructure.
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 Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flint River Near Culloden | 449 cfs | → |
| Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon | 6 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Macon | 671 cfs | → |
| Falling Creek Near Juliette | 6 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd | 8 cfs | → |
| Flint River At Ga 26 | 1,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction.
Campgrounds
- Arrowhead County Park
- Claystone County Park
- Dames Ferry County Park
- Central City Park - State Fairgrounds
- High Falls State Park
- Indian Springs State Park
Fishing spots
- Lake Tobesofkee
- Mccant's Mill Pond
- High Falls Lake
- Houston Lake
- Indian Springs State Park Lake
- Dodge County Public Fishing Area
Track Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction in the Snoflo app
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About Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction
Where does the data for Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction 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 Robert Dickey Lake Dam #2 Reconstruction.