W T Palmer dam
W T Palmer
W T Palmer, located in Autauga County, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by USDA NRCS in 1965. This earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet, with a length of 250 feet and a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. With a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 0.39 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in flood control and habitat preservation for the TR-HANEY BRANCH stream.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 60 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for the safe release of excess water during heavy rainfall events. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, with no recent inspection data available. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level, there are no documented risk management measures in place. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, W T Palmer presents an intriguing case study in dam management and the intersection of environmental conservation and infrastructure development.
As a focal point for recreation and wildlife conservation, W T Palmer serves as a valuable asset to the local community and ecosystem. With its historical significance and potential risks, this private dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. For those interested in the intricate balance between human infrastructure and natural habitats, W T Palmer offers a compelling case study worth exploring further.
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 W T Palmer -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 45 cfs | → |
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 28 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 155 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al | 1,370 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 168 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near W T Palmer.
Boat launches
- Brinson Court Lowndes County
- River Road Montgomery
- Prairie Creek Road Lowndes County
- Lake Jordan Boat Ramp
- Boat Ramp Road, Wetumpka
- County Road 28 11455, Chilton County
Campgrounds
- Gunter Hill
- Maxwell/Gunter Afb Military
- Jones Bluff
- Prairie Creek
- Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park
- Six Mile Creek
Fishing spots
Track W T Palmer in the Snoflo app
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About W T Palmer
Where does the data for W T Palmer 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 Significant 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 W T Palmer.