Reedy Morris dam
Reedy Morris
Reedy Morris, located in Marshall County, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond that was completed in 1990 by the USDA NRCS. This Earth dam stands at a height of 32.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 99 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 82.8 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, and recreation purposes, making it a valuable resource for the local community and ecosystem.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, Reedy Morris is subject to a moderate risk assessment due to its location and design. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet and can discharge up to 83 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition has not been rated, it is crucial for local authorities to monitor and maintain the structure to ensure its safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 0.52 square miles, Reedy Morris plays a significant role in managing water resources and supporting wildlife in the area.
As a picturesque addition to the landscape of Albertville, Alabama, Reedy Morris serves as a testament to the importance of water resource management and conservation efforts. Owned privately and designed by the USDA NRCS, this fish and wildlife pond not only provides recreational opportunities but also contributes to fire protection and supports local ecosystems. With proper monitoring and maintenance, Reedy Morris will continue to be a valuable asset to the community and a vital component of the region's water infrastructure.
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 Reedy Morris -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Wills Creek Near Reece City | 136 cfs | → |
| Town Creek Near Geraldine Al | 66 cfs | → |
| Big Wills Creek At State Hwy 35 Nr Fort Payne | 45 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Blue Pond Al | 146 cfs | → |
| Big Canoe Creek At Ashville Al | 44 cfs | → |
| Locust Fork Near Cleveland | 206 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Reedy Morris.
Boat launches
- Al 227 Guntersville
- Aubrey Carr Scenic Drive Guntersville
- U.S. 431 18976, Guntersville
- Highway 69 3374, Guntersville
- Warrenton Road 3408, Guntersville
- Broad Street Gadsden
Campgrounds
- Lake Guntersville State Park
- Noccalula Falls Campground
- Town Creek Campground
- Marshall County Park
- Georgia Mountain Rv Resort
- Bucks Pocket 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
Track Reedy Morris 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 Reedy Morris
Where does the data for Reedy Morris 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 Reedy Morris.