Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1 dam
Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1
Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1, located in Cottondale, Alabama, is a private earth dam that was completed in 1947 for recreational purposes. Standing at a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, the dam overlooks the TR Bee Branch river or stream, offering a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a hazard potential rated as high, this dam provides both a picturesque setting and a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring.
Although not regulated by the state, Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1 serves as a vital part of the local ecosystem, providing a maximum storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a normal storage of 10 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge rate of 649 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the area. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing assessments and potential risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
As a key feature in the Tuscaloosa county landscape, Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1 is not just a recreational spot but also a significant structure for water resource management. With its historical significance and environmental impact, the dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and nature conservation. For those interested in water resources and climate, this dam presents a fascinating case study in the intersection of infrastructure, recreation, and environmental stewardship.
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 Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cribbs Mill Creek At Ww Plant At Tuscaloosa | 64 cfs | → |
| Black Warrior River At Northport Al | 811 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek Near Tuscaloosa | 1 cfs | → |
| Elliotts Creek At Moundville Al | 8 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al | 202 cfs | → |
| Binion Creek Below Gin Creek Near Samantha Al | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1.
Boat launches
- Deerlick Road Tuscaloosa County
- County Road 109 13399, Tuscaloosa County
- 7th Avenue Northeast 401-599, Tuscaloosa
- Rock Quarry Drive Tuscaloosa
- Lock 15 Road 12701, Tuscaloosa County
- Binion Creek Landing Park
Campgrounds
- Holt Lake
- Deerlick
- Blue Creek
- Lake Lurleen State Park
- Burchfield Branch Park
- Moundville Archaeological Park Campground
Fishing spots
Track Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1
Where does the data for Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1 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 Camp Horne Lake Dam No 1.