Steels Lake Number One Dam dam
Steels Lake Number One Dam
Steels Lake Number One Dam, also known as Jerrys and Patricias Lake, is a private-owned earth dam located in Beatrice East, Monroe County, Alabama. Completed in 1955, the dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 264 cubic feet per second. With a structural height of 15 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet, this low-hazard dam on Robinson Creek offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its age, the condition of Steels Lake Number One Dam is currently not rated, as it has not undergone recent inspections. However, with a hazard potential deemed low, the dam poses minimal risks to the surrounding community. While the dam does not fall under state regulation or permitting, its purpose as a recreational structure highlights the importance of maintaining its integrity for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike. As one of the many private dams in Alabama, Steels Lake Number One Dam stands as a testament to the state's diverse water resource infrastructure.
For those interested in exploring water resource management and climate adaptation, Steels Lake Number One Dam presents a unique opportunity to study the role of private dams in recreational settings. Situated within the Mobile District and Congressional District 01 of Alabama, this dam showcases the importance of balancing human recreation with environmental conservation. As efforts continue to assess and maintain the condition of this historic structure, it remains a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resources and climate resilience in the region.
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 Steels Lake Number One Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill | 29 cfs | → |
| Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville | 6,950 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek Near Evergreen Al | 85 cfs | → |
| Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al | 94 cfs | → |
| Bassett Creek At Us Highway 43 Nr Thomasville | 3 cfs | → |
| Burnt Corn Creek At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton | 28 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Steels Lake Number One Dam.
Boat launches
- Roland Cooper Boat Ramp
- Wilcox County
- Gees Bend Park Wilcox County
- Chilatchee Park Road Wilcox County
- Us 31 Conecuh County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Steels Lake Number One Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Steels Lake Number One Dam
Where does the data for Steels Lake Number One 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 Steels Lake Number One Dam.