George Turnipseed dam
George Turnipseed
George Turnipseed, also known as Turnipseed Dam, is a private Earth dam located in MITCHEL, Bullock County, Alabama. Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for local flora and fauna. With a dam height of 20 feet and a length of 475 feet, George Turnipseed has a storage capacity of 141 acre-feet and a low hazard potential.
The dam, situated on the TR-PANTHER river/stream, is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Alabama. Although not regulated or inspected by state agencies, George Turnipseed presents a moderate risk level of 3. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a maximum discharge of 2896 cubic feet per second, the dam is well-maintained and poses no immediate threat to the surrounding community. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's purpose of providing fire protection, stock watering, and recreational opportunities underscores its importance in the region's water resource management efforts.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, George Turnipseed represents a prime example of a privately-owned structure contributing to environmental conservation and wildlife preservation. Its role as a Fish and Wildlife Pond not only supports local biodiversity but also serves as a valuable asset in the community's water management strategies. With a focus on sustainability and risk management, George Turnipseed stands as a testament to the importance of responsible dam construction and maintenance in safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.
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 George Turnipseed -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 5 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,410 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 72 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 33,900 cfs | → |
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 79 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 23 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near George Turnipseed.
Track George Turnipseed in the Snoflo app
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About George Turnipseed
Where does the data for George Turnipseed 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 George Turnipseed.