Spring Valley Ponds dam
Spring Valley Ponds
Spring Valley Ponds, located in Blount, Alabama, is a private water resource with a primary purpose of recreation and water supply. The dam, completed in 1965, is an earth dam with a hydraulic height of 9 feet and a structural height of 12 feet. The reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 150 acre-feet, serving as a source of water for various recreational activities.
The dam poses a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Spring Valley Ponds has not been inspected recently, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Despite these limitations, the site offers a peaceful and scenic environment for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. With its close proximity to TR-GRAVES CREEK OFFSTREAM, the pond provides a unique opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty of the area.
For those interested in exploring water resources and climate dynamics, Spring Valley Ponds offers a glimpse into the intersection of human-made structures and natural landscapes. While the site may lack comprehensive regulatory oversight and monitoring, its historical significance and potential for outdoor recreation make it a valuable resource for the local community and visitors alike. Further research and conservation efforts could enhance the sustainability and resilience of this picturesque water feature in 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 Spring Valley Ponds -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Locust Fork Near Cleveland | 132 cfs | → |
| Blue Springs Creek Near Blountsville | 6 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Garden City | 162 cfs | → |
| Blackburn Fork Little Warrior R Nr Holly Springs | 7 cfs | → |
| Big Canoe Creek At Ashville Al | 38 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia | 182 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Spring Valley Ponds.
Boat launches
- Sugarland Lake Boat Launch
- Boat Landing Road 4101, Blount County
- Lakeshore Drive 128, Highland Lake
- Inland Lake Blount County
- County Road 311 Cullman County
- Warrenton Road 3408, Guntersville
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Spring Valley Ponds 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 Spring Valley Ponds
Where does the data for Spring Valley Ponds 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 Spring Valley Ponds.