Brantley Lake Dam dam
Brantley Lake Dam
Brantley Lake Dam, located in Chilton, Alabama, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreational purposes. Situated in the Mobile District, the dam stands as an earth-type structure with no specified height or volume. Despite lacking specific details on its dimensions, this dam holds a significant hazard potential and has not been officially rated for its condition.
While the dam may not be extensively regulated or inspected by state agencies, its presence serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region. With its location in a picturesque setting, Brantley Lake Dam offers a tranquil escape for visitors seeking outdoor recreation opportunities. Although lacking detailed information on its construction date or storage capacity, the dam's significance lies in its contribution to the local ecosystem and community as a recreational hub.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the possibility of utilizing Brantley Lake Dam for various activities, the structure's condition assessment remains ungraded, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. Despite these uncertainties, the dam's potential for providing water-related enjoyment and environmental benefits is undeniable. With a history shrouded in mystery, Brantley Lake Dam stands as a symbol of potential and a reminder of the importance of maintaining and preserving our natural water resources for future generations.
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 Brantley Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al | 150 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River At Centreville Al | 311 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Helena Al | 52 cfs | → |
| Cahaba Valley Creek At Cross Cr Rd At Pelham | 9 cfs | → |
| Shades Creek Near Greenwood Al | 16 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Acton Al | 10 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Brantley Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 607, Clanton
- County Road 400 848, Shelby
- Coosa County
- Beeswax Park Road 2-750, Columbiana
- County Road 28 11455, Chilton County
- Terrace Drive Pelham
Campgrounds
- Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park
- Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park
- Campground #2
- Campground #1
- Hoover Rv Park
- Hunters Camp
Fishing spots
Track Brantley Lake Dam 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 Brantley Lake Dam
Where does the data for Brantley Lake 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 Brantley Lake Dam.