Harper Pond Dam dam
Harper Pond Dam
Harper Pond Dam, located in Dallas County, Alabama, is a private recreational dam with a significant hazard potential. Although not regulated by the state, this Earth-type dam serves as a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. The dam's specific dimensions and construction details are not provided in the data, but its primary purpose of recreation attracts visitors looking to unwind and connect with nature.
Owned privately and not under state jurisdiction, Harper Pond Dam poses a risk that is deemed significant, yet its condition assessment remains unrated. The dam's emergency action plan status, inspection frequency, and risk management measures are all listed as unknown, leaving room for potential concerns about its safety and maintenance. Despite these uncertainties, the dam continues to be a focal point for leisure activities in the area, offering a serene escape for those seeking solace in the beauty of its surroundings.
With its location in the Mobile District and proximity to Congressional District 07 in Alabama, Harper Pond Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human intervention and natural landscapes. While the specifics of its structure and functionality may be shrouded in mystery, the dam's allure as a recreational haven for water enthusiasts remains undeniable, inviting visitors to explore and appreciate the delicate balance between water resources and climate in this picturesque corner of 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 Harper Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 136 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River At Centreville Al | 417 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 4,280 cfs | → |
| Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill | 63 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al | 202 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Harper Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Prairie Creek Road Lowndes County
- Highway 183, Marion
- Brinson Court Lowndes County
- Chilatchee Park Road Wilcox County
Campgrounds
- Paul M Grist State Park
- Six Mile Creek
- Jones Bluff
- Prairie Creek
- Elm Bluff - William Dannelly Reservoir
- Hunters Camp
Fishing spots
Track Harper Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Harper Pond Dam
Where does the data for Harper Pond Dam 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 Significant 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 Harper Pond Dam.