Danny Davis Lake Dam dam
Danny Davis Lake Dam
Located in the Pleasant Ridge Community of Elmore, Alabama, the Danny Davis Lake Dam is a private earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes. Built in 1970, this dam has a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a length of 266 feet. The reservoir created by the dam has a normal storage capacity of 46 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 50 acre-feet, making it a popular spot for water activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of the Danny Davis Lake Dam has not been rated. The dam is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting, inspection, or enforcement. However, given its importance for recreation in the area, it is essential that the dam is properly maintained and monitored to ensure the safety of visitors and the surrounding community. With a picturesque location along the TR-Sofkahatchee Creek, the Danny Davis Lake Dam offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the beauty of Alabama's natural landscapes.
While there is limited data available on the emergency preparedness of the dam, it is crucial for the owners of the structure to have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place in case of any unforeseen events. As a private dam, it is the responsibility of the owners to ensure that the dam meets safety guidelines and that appropriate risk management measures are in place. With its proximity to the Congressional District 02 and the care of Representative Martha Roby, the preservation of the Danny Davis Lake Dam is vital to maintaining the ecological balance and recreational opportunities in the area.
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 Danny Davis Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 874 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 138 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 4,390 cfs | → |
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 8 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 68 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 Danny Davis Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Boat Ramp Road, Wetumpka
- Lake Jordan Boat Ramp
- Our Children's Highway 15529-15531, Alexander City
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
- Yates Lake Ramp
- Griffith Lane Tallassee
Campgrounds
- Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park
- Wind Creek State Park
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Lake Martin Military
- Maxwell/Gunter Afb Military
- Gunter Hill
Fishing spots
Track Danny Davis Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Danny Davis Lake Dam
Where does the data for Danny Davis Lake 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 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 Danny Davis Lake Dam.