Whatley dam
Whatley
Whatley, located in Tallapoosa, Alabama, is a privately owned dam built in 1969 primarily for recreational purposes along the TR Hillabee Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a normal storage level at 45 acre-feet, the dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, making it a significant structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Whatley has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its recreational focus, the dam lacks certain safety features such as spillway width and outlet gates. With no associated structures or inspection history available, there is room for further research and analysis on the overall safety and maintenance of this dam for those interested in water resource management and climate resilience.
For enthusiasts seeking to learn more about the water infrastructure in Alabama, Whatley presents an intriguing case study with limited information available. Its location in Alexander City and connection to the TR Hillabee Creek adds to its appeal for those interested in monitoring and understanding the impact of dams on local water resources and ecosystems. The lack of detailed data on its inspection history and emergency preparedness highlights the importance of continued monitoring and evaluation of dams like Whatley to ensure their safety and functionality in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Whatley -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 130 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 752 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 229 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 37 cfs | → |
| Talladega Creek At Alpine Al | 118 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Whatley.
⚓ Boat launches
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
- Boat Ramp Road, Jacksons' Gap
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
- Ramp Road, Dadeville
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
- Our Children's Highway 15529-15531, Alexander City
⛺ Campgrounds
- Wind Creek State Park
- Lake Martin Military
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Turnipseed Campground
- Turnipseed Hunter Camp
- Lake Chinnabee
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →🛡 More reservoirs
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About Whatley
Where does the data for Whatley 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 Whatley.