Robert Brantley dam
Robert Brantley
Robert Brantley, located in Covington, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1960. The dam, classified as an Earth type, stands at a height of 12 feet and spans a length of 450 feet. With a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.24 square miles, the primary purpose of Robert Brantley is to support fish and wildlife habitats while also serving as a recreational area for enthusiasts.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Robert Brantley boasts a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge of 125 cubic feet per second, making it a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is deemed to meet regulatory guidelines with no state jurisdiction or permitting required. Despite its critical role in supporting biodiversity and recreational activities, Robert Brantley has not undergone recent inspections, signaling a need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality and safety.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts intrigued by the intersection of dam infrastructure and environmental conservation will find Robert Brantley a compelling case study. Situated in the scenic landscape of FLORALA, Alabama, this hidden gem on TR SHADY BEND CREEK offers a glimpse into the vital role that private initiatives play in fostering sustainable water resource management. As discussions around climate resilience and biodiversity conservation take center stage, Robert Brantley stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human activities and natural ecosystems, exemplifying the power of strategic dam construction in enhancing ecological well-being and recreational enjoyment for local communities.
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 Robert Brantley -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Conecuh River At River Falls | 587 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River Bel Pt A Dam Nr River Falls | 704 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Bradley Al | 54 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Oak Grove | 407 cfs | → |
| Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al | 155 cfs | → |
| Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al | 97 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Robert Brantley.
Boat launches
- Bull Slough Road 2298, Conecuh County
- Conecuh County 42 Conecuh County
- Us 84 Conecuh County
- County Road 2 2731, Baker
- Us 31 Conecuh County
- Geneva County
Campgrounds
- Open Pond Recreation Area
- Frank Jackson State Park
- Florala State Park
- Karick Lake Upper - Blackwater River State Forest
- Karick Lake Lower - Blackwater River State Forest
Track Robert Brantley in the Snoflo app
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About Robert Brantley
Where does the data for Robert Brantley 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 Robert Brantley.