James Cravey dam
James Cravey
James Cravey is a privately owned dam located in Covington, Alabama, along Clear Creek. Built in 1962, this gravity dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with additional benefits for recreation. Standing at a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, James Cravey has a length of 511 feet and a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its overall condition.
Managed by its private owner, James Cravey is not subject to state regulation or inspection. Situated in Watkins Bridge, Alabama, this dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow along Clear Creek, providing essential irrigation water for agricultural activities in the region. With Congresswoman Martha Roby representing the area, the dam contributes to the local economy and water resource management efforts.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find James Cravey to be a fascinating structure that showcases the importance of dams in supporting irrigation and recreational activities. As part of the Mobile District, this dam highlights the role of private ownership in managing water resources effectively. With its strategic location and functional design, James Cravey serves as a vital component in the water infrastructure of Covington County, Alabama.
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 James Cravey -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pea River Near Samson Al | 560 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At River Falls | 587 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River Bel Pt A Dam Nr River Falls | 704 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Oak Grove | 524 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Bradley Al | 66 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Mossy Head | 86 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near James Cravey.
Boat launches
- Geneva County
- County Road 2 2731, Baker
- Okaloosa County
- Bull Slough Road 2298, Conecuh County
- Old Samson Road 118, Elba
- Conecuh County 42 Conecuh County
Campgrounds
- Florala State Park
- Open Pond Recreation Area
- Frank Jackson State Park
- Karick Lake Upper - Blackwater River State Forest
- Karick Lake Lower - Blackwater River State Forest
- Red Deer
Fishing spots
Track James Cravey in the Snoflo app
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About James Cravey
Where does the data for James Cravey 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 James Cravey.