Ash Disposal Pond Dam dam
Ash Disposal Pond Dam
The Ash Disposal Pond Dam, located in Gadsden, Alabama, serves as a crucial structure for debris control along the TR Coosa River. Built in 1960, this Earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a length of 3850 feet. Its primary purpose is to prevent debris from clogging the river, ensuring smooth water flow and minimizing potential hazards.
With a storage capacity of 167 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 105 cubic feet per second, the Ash Disposal Pond Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unassessed, with no recent inspection or maintenance records available. As a public utility-owned structure, it highlights the importance of regular monitoring and upkeep to ensure its continued effectiveness in debris control and water resource management.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Ash Disposal Pond Dam stands as a testament to the critical role of infrastructure in safeguarding our natural surroundings. Its presence along the TR Coosa River not only helps maintain water flow but also contributes to the overall ecological balance of the area. As discussions around climate change and water management continue to gain prominence, structures like the Ash Disposal Pond Dam serve as key components in our collective efforts towards sustainable resource utilization and 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 Ash Disposal Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Wills Creek Near Reece City | 136 cfs | → |
| Big Canoe Creek At Ashville Al | 44 cfs | → |
| Terrapin Creek At Ellisville Al | 118 cfs | → |
| Town Creek Near Geraldine Al | 66 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Blue Pond Al | 146 cfs | → |
| Blackburn Fork Little Warrior R Nr Holly Springs | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ash Disposal Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Broad Street Gadsden
- Lonz Street 206, Gadsden
- Riverview Drive St. Clair County
- St. Clair County
- Cherokee County 520, Centre
- Ohatchee
Campgrounds
- Noccalula Falls Campground
- Anniston Army Depot Rv Military
- Chief Ladiga Trail Campground
- Coleman Lake Recreation Area
- Coleman Lake Rec Area
- Lake Guntersville State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Begins One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge To Lake Weiss
- Al 35 Bridge To Ends One Mile Upstream From Al 273 Bridge
- Confluence With East And West Branches To Al 37 Bridge
- Desoto Falls In Desoto State Park To Confluence With Little River
- River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
More reservoirs
Track Ash Disposal Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Ash Disposal Pond Dam
Where does the data for Ash Disposal Pond 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 Ash Disposal Pond Dam.