Dr John Kimbrough dam
Dr John Kimbrough
Dr. John Kimbrough is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Matthews, Montgomery, Alabama. Built in 1979 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 16 feet high and spans 750 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 212 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.41 square miles, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
Although Dr. John Kimbrough has a low hazard potential, it is classified as having a moderate risk level. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 70 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 455 cubic feet per second. Despite not having a condition rating, the dam has not been inspected recently and does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared. With its location in the McDowell Creek watershed, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting wildlife in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Dr. John Kimbrough an intriguing structure due to its historical significance and ecological impact. As one of the many private dams in Alabama, it highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices and the role of private owners in maintaining critical water infrastructure. With its unique design and purpose, this dam serves as a valuable asset for both the local community and the surrounding environment.
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 Dr John Kimbrough -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 6 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 4,700 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 56 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 17 cfs | → |
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dr John Kimbrough.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Track Dr John Kimbrough in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Dr John Kimbrough
Where does the data for Dr John Kimbrough 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 Dr John Kimbrough.