Head Of Chattooga River Dike 5 dam
Head Of Chattooga River Dike 5
Head of Chattooga River Dike 5, also known as Riegal Diversion Dike, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Trion, Georgia. Constructed in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 6 feet and spans a length of 950 feet along the Riegal Mill Creek. Despite its modest size, the dam serves a critical purpose in mitigating flood risks in the area, as indicated by its high hazard potential.
The dam, under the jurisdiction of the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, lacks modern features such as outlet gates or a controlled spillway, relying instead on an uncontrolled spillway type. While it has not undergone recent condition assessments, its last inspection in 2009 revealed a moderate risk level. Despite the lack of detailed risk management measures or emergency action plans, the structure remains essential for flood protection in Chattooga, Georgia.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of Head of Chattooga River Dike 5 in safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events. As a key component of the flood risk reduction system in the region, this dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to manage water resources and protect against natural disasters. The data surrounding this structure offers valuable insights into its design, construction, and maintenance practices, highlighting the critical role it plays in maintaining the safety and resilience of the surrounding area.
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 Head Of Chattooga River Dike 5 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chattooga River At Summerville | 99 cfs | → |
| Heath Creek Near Armuchee | 3 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula River Near Rome | 1,040 cfs | → |
| Oostanaula River At Resaca | 988 cfs | → |
| Chattooga River Above Gaylesville Al | 182 cfs | → |
| Conasauga River At Tilton | 205 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Head Of Chattooga River Dike 5.
Boat launches
- Dekalb County
- Floyd County
- County Road 613 Dekalb County
- Heritage Trail Rome
- East Rome Bypass, Rome
- I 75 Ringgold
Campgrounds
- James H Sloppy Floyd State Park
- James H. Floyd State Park Campground
- The Pocket Recreation Area
- Camp Skyline Ranch
- De Soto State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
- Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) To Nf Boundary (Rm 70.0)
Track Head Of Chattooga River Dike 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 Head Of Chattooga River Dike 5
Where does the data for Head Of Chattooga River Dike 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 High 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 Head Of Chattooga River Dike 5.