Davis No 2 dam
Davis No 2
Davis No 2 is a privately owned earth dam in Montgomery, Alabama, specifically located in Troy Chapel. Built in 1950, this dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. With a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 326 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 243 acre-feet. The dam is associated with the TR Ramar Creek and is part of the Congressional District 02 of Alabama, represented by Martha Roby.
This low hazard potential dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and information on emergency action plans and risk management measures is not available. Despite being unregulated by the state and federal agencies, Davis No 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management and provides essential services to the local community. As a site for recreational activities and a source of water for fire protection and stock, this dam highlights the intersection of infrastructure development and environmental stewardship in ensuring water security in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Davis No 2 an intriguing case study in small-scale dam construction and management. Its historical significance, multiple purposes, and location in a rural setting make it an interesting subject for further research on the impact of such dams on local ecosystems and water availability. As the state and federal agencies do not regulate this dam, its condition and maintenance pose challenges for long-term sustainability, emphasizing the need for proactive monitoring and management strategies to ensure its continued functionality and safety in the face of changing climate patterns.
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 Davis No 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 11 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,380 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 11,300 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 76 cfs | → |
| Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al | 97 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At Brantley Al | 121 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davis No 2.
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About Davis No 2
Where does the data for Davis No 2 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
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