Youngblood Lake Dam dam
Youngblood Lake Dam
Youngblood Lake Dam, located in Blount, Alabama, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1946, this buttress-type dam stands at a structural height of 29 feet with a hydraulic height of 28 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet and serves as a barrier for Hallmark Creek. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition.
With a maximum discharge capacity of 260 cubic feet per second, Youngblood Lake Dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. The surrounding area, including the city of Little Shenandoah, provides a picturesque backdrop for outdoor activities and wildlife observation. As a non-federally regulated structure, the dam's maintenance and oversight fall under the responsibility of its private owners.
While Youngblood Lake Dam may not be a high-risk structure, its historical significance and contribution to local recreation make it a valuable asset in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding and preserving dams like Youngblood Lake Dam becomes crucial for maintaining ecological balance and sustainable water management practices. Whether for leisurely activities or educational purposes, this dam offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human development and natural landscapes.
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 Youngblood Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Fork Near Garden City | 122 cfs | → |
| Locust Fork Near Cleveland | 102 cfs | → |
| Blue Springs Creek Near Blountsville | 5 cfs | → |
| Blackburn Fork Little Warrior R Nr Holly Springs | 8 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek At Sewage Plant Near Pinson Al | 19 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia | 147 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Youngblood Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Inland Lake Blount County
- Boat Landing Road 4101, Blount County
- Lakeshore Drive 128, Highland Lake
- Sugarland Lake Boat Launch
- Echo Lake Lane 7501, Jefferson County
- Lake In The Woods Road Jefferson County
Track Youngblood Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Youngblood Lake Dam
Where does the data for Youngblood 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 Youngblood Lake Dam.