Hubie Cauthen dam
Hubie Cauthen
Hubie Cauthen is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Montgomery, Alabama, along Ramer Creek. Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 17 feet high and spans 500 feet in length, offering a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this structure is to support fish and wildlife habitats while also serving for fire protection, stock, and recreation.
Despite its low hazard potential, Hubie Cauthen still poses a moderate risk, according to the data. With a maximum discharge capacity of 683 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway width of 50 feet, this dam has not been rated for its condition. The lack of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information raises concerns about its readiness for potential emergencies. Nevertheless, the surrounding area enjoys the benefits of this reservoir, which helps to manage water resources and support local ecosystems.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Hubie Cauthen an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and environmental stewardship. As a privately owned structure in a rural setting, it represents the intersection of human activity and natural conservation efforts. The presence of the USDA NRCS as the designer adds a layer of federal involvement in the project, highlighting the importance of collaboration between public and private entities to ensure the sustainability of water resources in Alabama and beyond.
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 Hubie Cauthen -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 28 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 45 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al | 196 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At Brantley Al | 256 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 123 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hubie Cauthen.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Maxwell/Gunter Afb Military
- Gunter Hill
- Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park
- Sherling Lake Campground And Park
- Sherling Lake City Park
Fishing spots
Track Hubie Cauthen 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 Hubie Cauthen
Where does the data for Hubie Cauthen 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 Hubie Cauthen.