Anthony Dam dam
Anthony Dam
Nestled in Covington, Alabama, the Anthony Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the USDA NRCS in creating a vital Fish and Wildlife Pond for both recreational and conservation purposes. Completed in 1980, this Earth-type dam measures a significant 24 feet in height and stretches to 500 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 237 acre-feet and a low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in managing the waters of the TR-Conecuh River.
Managed by private owners, the Anthony Dam serves as a valuable resource in the region, offering a safe haven for wildlife and a picturesque recreational spot for visitors. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam's structural integrity and risk management measures are closely monitored to ensure the safety of surrounding communities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's importance in water resource management and conservation efforts cannot be understated, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
As part of the Mobile District, the Anthony Dam's impact extends beyond its physical boundaries, contributing to the overall ecological balance of the area. With Martha Roby (R) as the Congressional Representative overseeing the dam's operations, the collaboration between federal and private entities underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of climate change challenges. The Anthony Dam stands as a symbol of resilience and cooperation in the effort to safeguard water resources for current and 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 Anthony Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Conecuh River At River Falls | 1,210 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River Bel Pt A Dam Nr River Falls | 1,360 cfs | → |
| Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al | 525 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Bradley Al | 463 cfs | → |
| Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al | 281 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Oak Grove | 1,260 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Anthony Dam.
⚓ Boat launches
- Bull Slough Road 2298, Conecuh County
- Conecuh County 42 Conecuh County
- Us 84 Conecuh County
- Us 31 Conecuh County
- Geneva County
- State Lake Road Escambia County
⛺ Campgrounds
- Open Pond Recreation Area
- Frank Jackson State Park
- Florala State Park
- Karick Lake Upper - Blackwater River State Forest
- Karick Lake Lower - Blackwater River State Forest
🎣 Fishing spots
- Patsaliga Creek
- Hodge Creek
- Leon Brooks Hines Public Fishing Lake
- Escambia County Lake
- County Lake
- Hurricane Lake
🛡 More reservoirs
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About Anthony Dam
Where does the data for Anthony 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 Anthony Dam.