Serene Lake No. 1 Dam dam
Serene Lake No. 1 Dam
Serene Lake No. 1 Dam, located in Bessemer, Alabama, is a privately owned structure along the TR-Shades Creek. With a primary purpose of recreation, this Earth-type dam is a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Although details on the dam's height, volume, and storage capacity are not provided, its hazard potential is classified as high, making it a crucial site for monitoring and assessment.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, Serene Lake No. 1 Dam presents a potential risk that necessitates close attention. The dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for consistent evaluation to ensure its safety and functionality. With a hazard potential of high and no designated emergency action plan in place, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize the maintenance and monitoring of this structure to prevent any potential disasters.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to explore and appreciate the beauty of Serene Lake No. 1 Dam, it is vital to acknowledge the importance of proactive risk management and safety measures. With its serene surroundings and recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a valuable resource for the community. By staying informed and engaged in the maintenance and assessment of this structure, enthusiasts can help ensure its long-term sustainability and safety for future generations to enjoy.
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 Serene Lake No. 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Shades Creek Near Greenwood Al | 93 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Helena Al | 316 cfs | → |
| Valley Creek Near Bessemer | 205 cfs | → |
| Cahaba Valley Creek At Cross Cr Rd At Pelham | 31 cfs | → |
| Valley Creek Near Oak Grove Al | 227 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al | 425 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Serene Lake No. 1 Dam.
Boat launches
- Terrace Drive Pelham
- Dickey Camp Road Jefferson County
- County Road 109 13399, Tuscaloosa County
- Deerlick Road Tuscaloosa County
- Lock 15 Road 12701, Tuscaloosa County
- Rock Quarry Drive Tuscaloosa
Campgrounds
- Campground #2
- Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park
- Campground #1
- Hoover Rv Park
- Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park
- Oak Mountain State Park
Track Serene Lake No. 1 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 Serene Lake No. 1 Dam
Where does the data for Serene Lake No. 1 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 Serene Lake No. 1 Dam.