Camp Tukabatchee Lake dam
Camp Tukabatchee Lake
Camp Tukabatchee Lake in Autauga, Alabama, is a private recreational spot nestled near TR Bridge Creek, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Built in 1951 with a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam spans 400 feet in length and stands at a hydraulic height of 19 feet, providing a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. The dam boasts a low hazard potential and has not been rated in terms of condition assessment, showcasing its solid structural integrity.
Located in the Congressional District 02 of Alabama, Camp Tukabatchee Lake is overseen by private owners and has not undergone any state regulation, permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The dam's maximum discharge capability is 525 cubic feet per second, ensuring efficient water management for the surrounding area. Despite lacking details on surface area and drainage, the dam's reliable design and low risk profile make it a safe and enjoyable destination for outdoor activities.
With its picturesque surroundings and rich history dating back to the mid-20th century, Camp Tukabatchee Lake offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. While its exact purpose and structural details are limited, the dam's consistent storage capacity and low hazard potential make it a valuable asset for the local community, providing a harmonious blend of recreation and conservation in Autauga, 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 Camp Tukabatchee Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 45 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 28 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 155 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 168 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al | 1,370 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Tukabatchee Lake.
Boat launches
- Lake Jordan Boat Ramp
- Boat Ramp Road, Wetumpka
- River Road Montgomery
- Brinson Court Lowndes County
- County Road 28 11455, Chilton County
- Prairie Creek Road Lowndes County
Campgrounds
- Gunter Hill
- Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park
- Maxwell/Gunter Afb Military
- Jones Bluff
- Prairie Creek
- Paul M Grist State Park
Fishing spots
Track Camp Tukabatchee Lake 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 Camp Tukabatchee Lake
Where does the data for Camp Tukabatchee Lake 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 Camp Tukabatchee Lake.