Herman Gibson dam
Herman Gibson
Herman Gibson is a privately owned earth dam located in Montgomery, Alabama, specifically in the city of Pinedale. Built in 1958, it serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a length of 1460 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 135 acre-feet, providing vital water resources for the surrounding area.
Situated on the TR Ramar Creek, Herman Gibson plays a crucial role in maintaining water supply and supporting various activities in the region. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is not rated, this dam is a reliable structure that contributes to the overall water resource management in the area. Although it is not regulated or inspected by the state, its importance for fire protection and recreational purposes underscores its significance for local residents and climate enthusiasts alike.
Despite not having a designated emergency action plan or inundation maps, Herman Gibson remains a key asset for water storage and management in the region. With a maximum discharge capacity of 800 cubic feet per second, this dam ensures water availability for various needs while also minimizing the risk of flooding. As a part of the larger water infrastructure in Alabama, Herman Gibson stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management 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 Herman Gibson -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 14 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,040 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 4,220 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 82 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 21 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 150 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Herman Gibson.
Boat launches
- River Road Montgomery
- Lowndes County
- Boat Ramp Road, Wetumpka
- Lake Jordan Boat Ramp
- Griffith Lane Tallassee
- Brinson Court Lowndes County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
More reservoirs
Track Herman Gibson in the Snoflo app
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About Herman Gibson
Where does the data for Herman Gibson 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 Herman Gibson.