17c Lake Dam dam
17c Lake Dam
17c Lake Dam in Warren, Georgia, stands as a testament to private ownership and responsibility in water resource management. This Earth dam, with a height of 56 feet and a storage capacity of 1238 acre-feet, serves a primary purpose that is yet to be defined. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam is subject to regular inspections, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Located within the Charleston District of Georgia, 17c Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's condition remains unrated, yet its risk management measures are under scrutiny. The dam's association with other structures and its emergency preparedness are areas that warrant further exploration, offering valuable insights into the complexities of maintaining and safeguarding water infrastructure in a changing climate.
As the climate continues to evolve, understanding the intricacies of dam infrastructure like 17c Lake Dam becomes increasingly crucial. With a risk assessment rating of moderate and a low hazard potential, the dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between water resource management, climate adaptation, and emergency preparedness. By delving into the details of this private-owned structure, water resource enthusiasts can gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of safeguarding our vital water resources in the face of a changing climate.
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 17c Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spirit Creek At Us 1 | 10 cfs | → |
| Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue | 8 cfs | → |
| Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro | 31 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Washington | 11 cfs | → |
| Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper) | 2,190 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Augusta | 3,950 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near 17c Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Fish Hatchery Road 4416-4610, Dearing
- Mcduffie County
- Thomson Highway Lincolnton
- Lake Springs Road Columbia County
- Ridge Road 5943, Columbia County
- Mccormick County
Campgrounds
- Lake Leitner Military
- Hamburg State Park
- Big Hart - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Raysville - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Winfield - Strom Thurmond Lake
- Mistletoe State Park
Fishing spots
Track 17c 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 17c Lake Dam
Where does the data for 17c 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 17c Lake Dam.