Griffin Harris Lake dam
Griffin Harris Lake
Griffin Harris Lake, located in Coosa, Alabama, is a private recreational lake constructed in 1971 on TR Hatchett Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 103 acre-feet, this earth dam structure stands at a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 27 feet. The lake covers a surface area of unknown size and serves as a haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Despite its low hazard potential, Griffin Harris Lake has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has not undergone recent inspections, and emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) are not known to be in place. However, the lake remains a serene escape for locals and visitors alike, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of Coosa, Alabama.
Managed by a private owner, Griffin Harris Lake is a hidden gem in the heart of Goodwater, Alabama. While the dam structure may lack certain regulatory oversight, the lake continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for outdoor enthusiasts to connect with nature and appreciate the importance of water resources in the face of climate change.
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 Griffin Harris Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 117 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 184 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 695 cfs | → |
| Talladega Creek At Alpine Al | 111 cfs | → |
| Coosa River At Childersburg Al | 3,060 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 991 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Griffin Harris Lake.
Boat launches
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
- Boat Ramp Road, Jacksons' Gap
- Ramp Road, Dadeville
- Hollywood Boulevard 449, Childersburg
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
Campgrounds
- Wind Creek State Park
- Lake Martin Military
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Turnipseed Hunter Camp
- Turnipseed Campground
- Lake Chinnabee
Fishing spots
Track Griffin Harris Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Griffin Harris Lake
Where does the data for Griffin Harris Lake 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 Griffin Harris Lake.