Elliott Lake dam
Elliott Lake
Elliott Lake, located in Curry, Alabama, is a private recreational dam situated on TR Kelly Creek. Built in 1947, this Earth dam stands at a structural height of 8 feet and has a hydraulic height of 6 feet. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Owned privately, Elliott Lake has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors. While the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, its historical significance and contribution to the local landscape make it a noteworthy destination for those interested in water resources and climate in the Talladega County area.
With a maximum discharge of 320 cubic feet per second, Elliott Lake offers a tranquil retreat for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the beauty of nature. Although lacking in certain regulatory oversight, the dam remains a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities, making it a charming destination for those seeking a peaceful and scenic escape in the heart 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 Elliott Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Choccolocco Creek At Jackson Shoal Nr Lincoln Al | 271 cfs | → |
| Talladega Creek At Alpine Al | 96 cfs | → |
| Choccolocco Creek Near Boiling Spring | 91 cfs | → |
| Kelly Creek Near Vincent Al | 17 cfs | → |
| Coosa River At Childersburg Al | 2,120 cfs | → |
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 76 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Elliott Lake.
Boat launches
- Al 77 Lincoln
- Woods Bend Road 3100, Ragland
- Bells Lane St. Clair County
- Kelly Creek Boat Landing, Vincent
- Hollywood Boulevard 449, Childersburg
- Ohatchee
Campgrounds
- Lake Chinnabee
- Turnipseed Hunter Camp
- Turnipseed Campground
- Anniston Army Depot Rv Military
- Cheaha State Park
Fishing spots
Track Elliott Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Elliott Lake
Where does the data for Elliott 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 Elliott Lake.