Camp Comer dam
Camp Comer
Camp Comer is a private recreational dam located in DeKalb, Alabama, near Lake Howard. Built in 1967, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a length of 365 feet, with a storage capacity of 781 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Seymour Branch river, within the jurisdiction of the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its low hazard potential, Camp Comer provides a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
Although not regulated by the state, Camp Comer serves as a popular destination for residents and visitors alike, offering a tranquil escape into nature. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, with a focus on providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all visitors. While the condition assessment is currently not rated and inspection frequency is at zero, the dam's low hazard potential and lack of state oversight may raise questions about the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and longevity of this beloved recreational spot.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, it is essential for stakeholders to consider the resilience and sustainability of recreational dams like Camp Comer. By implementing risk management measures, emergency action plans, and regular inspections, the owners and operators of Camp Comer can proactively address any potential hazards and ensure the continued enjoyment and safety of all who visit this picturesque site 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.
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Comer.
Boat launches
- County Road 613 Dekalb County
- Dekalb County
- Floyd County
- Comer Bridge Public Boat Ramp
- Highway 68, Cedar Bluff
- County Road 213 355, Hollywood
Campgrounds
- De Soto State Park
- Camp Skyline Ranch
- Dekalb County Public Lake
- James H. Floyd State Park Campground
- James H Sloppy Floyd State Park
- Cloudland Canyon State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
Track Camp Comer 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 Comer
Where does the data for Camp Comer 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 Comer.