Serene Lake No 7 Dam dam
Serene Lake No 7 Dam
Serene Lake No 7 Dam, also known as Coleman Lakes No 7, is a private earth dam located in Bibb, Alabama. Completed in 1954, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 14 feet. With a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, the dam is situated along a tributary of Shades Creek, offering a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its recreational appeal, Serene Lake No 7 Dam holds a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition as of yet. The dam, managed by a private owner, does not fall under state regulation or inspection, making it crucial for the owner to ensure its safety and maintenance. Although there have been no records of modifications or incidents reported, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain undisclosed.
With its picturesque location and potential for outdoor activities, Serene Lake No 7 Dam is a hidden gem in the heart of Alabama. As a private entity, the responsibility for its upkeep and safety falls on its owners. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate should keep an eye on this dam's status and any future developments to ensure the preservation of this recreational oasis.
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 7 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al | 156 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River At Centreville Al | 493 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Helena Al | 91 cfs | → |
| Shades Creek Near Greenwood Al | 30 cfs | → |
| Cahaba Valley Creek At Cross Cr Rd At Pelham | 11 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Acton Al | 26 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Serene Lake No 7 Dam.
Boat launches
- Terrace Drive Pelham
- Highway 183, Marion
- Deerlick Road Tuscaloosa County
- County Road 109 13399, Tuscaloosa County
- County Road 400 848, Shelby
- County Road 607, Clanton
Campgrounds
- Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park
- Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park
- Campground #1
- Campground #2
- Hunters Camp
- Hoover Rv Park
Fishing spots
Track Serene Lake No 7 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 7 Dam
Where does the data for Serene Lake No 7 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 7 Dam.