Will Engle Dam dam
Will Engle Dam
Located in the picturesque N. Foster Chapel Community in Blount, Alabama, the Will Engle Dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence and environmental stewardship. Completed in 1957, this earth-type dam on Jourden Creek serves primarily for recreation, offering a tranquil oasis for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With a structural height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 27 feet, the dam boasts a NID storage capacity of 191 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite its serene purpose, the Will Engle Dam is not without its challenges. Classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance. While there are no associated structures or spillways, the dam's importance in mitigating floods and ensuring water security for the region cannot be understated. As the climate continues to change, the resilience and adaptability of structures like the Will Engle Dam will be critical in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events.
With its rich history and vital role in water management, the Will Engle Dam serves as a valuable asset to the local community and a symbol of sustainable resource utilization. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate and advocate for the protection of natural ecosystems, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Will Engle cannot be overlooked. By upholding rigorous safety standards and implementing risk management measures, we can ensure that structures like the Will Engle Dam continue to provide essential services while safeguarding the environment 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 Will Engle Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blackburn Fork Little Warrior R Nr Holly Springs | 7 cfs | → |
| Big Canoe Creek At Ashville Al | 38 cfs | → |
| Locust Fork Near Cleveland | 132 cfs | → |
| Blue Springs Creek Near Blountsville | 6 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Garden City | 162 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek At Sewage Plant Near Pinson Al | 19 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Will Engle Dam.
Boat launches
- Sugarland Lake Boat Launch
- Lakeshore Drive 128, Highland Lake
- Boat Landing Road 4101, Blount County
- Inland Lake Blount County
- Echo Lake Lane 7501, Jefferson County
- Lake In The Woods Road Jefferson County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Will Engle 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 Will Engle Dam
Where does the data for Will Engle 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 High 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 Will Engle Dam.