Mullins Lake dam
Mullins Lake
Mullins Lake, located in Lee County, Alabama, is a private recreational lake with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The earth dam that forms the lake was completed in 1950 and has a structural height of 16 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet, Mullins Lake offers a serene setting for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
Although the lake has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition assessment, it remains a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Situated near TR-Mill Creek in Monterey Heights, Mullins Lake offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. While the dam itself has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, the lake continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational pursuits.
Managed by a private owner, Mullins Lake does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, making it a unique and secluded spot for those looking to connect with nature. With its picturesque surroundings and ample opportunities for relaxation and exploration, Mullins Lake is a hidden gem for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Alabama's scenic landscape.
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 Mullins Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee River At Us 280 | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell | 81 cfs | → |
| Upatoi Creek Near Columbus | 161 cfs | → |
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 2 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 18 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mullins Lake.
Boat launches
- Mcculloh Road 9001-9499, Valley
- West 7th Street 199, West Point
- River Bend Park Road Chattahoochee County
- Dam Road Troup County
- Westpoint Road West Point
- County Road 390 Chambers County
Campgrounds
- Blanton Creek Park
- Spring Villa Campground
- Uchee Creek Military
- Chewacla State Park
- Riverbend County Park
- 616
Fishing spots
- Goat Rock Lake
- Lake Oliver
- Lake Harding
- Bartlett's Ferry (Lake Harding)
- Lake Heath
- Cooper Creek Park Lake
More reservoirs
Track Mullins Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Mullins Lake
Where does the data for Mullins Lake 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 Mullins Lake.