White dam
White
White is a private recreational dam located in Chambers, Alabama, near Tiller Crossroads. Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at 18 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a length of 120 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 25 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 60 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR Little Chatahospee Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Although White Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it does not have state regulation, inspection, permitting, or enforcement. The dam is primarily used for recreational purposes and does not have associated structures or locks. Despite its lack of recent inspection and assessment dates, White Dam offers a serene location for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of Alabama's waterways.
With its picturesque location and historical significance, White Dam serves as a vital part of the local landscape in Chambers County, Alabama. While it may not have the same regulatory oversight as other dams, its low hazard potential and recreational purpose make it an ideal destination for those looking to connect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of the TR Little Chatahospee Creek. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for the protection and preservation of our natural resources, White Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of responsible stewardship and environmental conservation.
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 White -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 752 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 866 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 37 cfs | → |
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 130 cfs | → |
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near White.
⚓ Boat launches
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
- County Road 390 Chambers County
- Boat Ramp Road, Jacksons' Gap
- West 7th Street 199, West Point
- Abbottsford Road Troup County
⛺ Campgrounds
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About White
Where does the data for White 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.