Bragg Farm Reservoir dam
Bragg Farm Reservoir
Located in Madison, Alabama, the Bragg Farm Reservoir is a private water resource managed by the USDA NRCS. Completed in 2011, the reservoir serves primarily for irrigation purposes and has a storage capacity of 98.38 acre-feet, with a surface area of 10.47 acres. The dam, with a height of 19.73 feet, is of Earth type construction with a stone core, designed by OMI, INC. CHRISTOPNER HARVEY.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Bragg Farm Reservoir boasts an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 26 feet and a maximum discharge of 111.3 cubic feet per second. Despite the lack of available condition assessment data, the reservoir's risk management measures are in place to ensure its safety and stability. As a key water resource in the region, the reservoir plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the area.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate science will find Bragg Farm Reservoir to be a fascinating site, showcasing the intersection of engineering, conservation, and environmental management. Situated near the Brier Fork - Os stream, the reservoir not only provides essential irrigation water but also contributes to the overall water management strategies in the region. As a valuable asset for the local community, the reservoir's design and construction reflect a commitment to sustainable water resource management in Alabama.
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 Bragg Farm Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hester Creek At Buddy Williamson Rd Nr Plevna | 463 cfs | → |
| East Fork Pinhook Cr At Winchester Rd At Huntsvil | 61 cfs | → |
| West Fork Pinhook Cr At Blue Sprs Rd At Huntsville | 75 cfs | → |
| Pinhook C At Mastin Lake Rd At Huntsville | 88 cfs | → |
| Broglan Branch At Oakwood Avenue At Huntsville | 38 cfs | → |
| Dallas Branch At Coleman St In Huntsville | 80 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bragg Farm Reservoir.
Boat launches
- Champ Road 48-142, Kelso
- Old Dam Road 1-457, Mulberry
- Hobbs Island Road Southeast Huntsville
- Sunnyside Park Morgan County
- Veto Road 2156, Prospect
- Highway 127 28901-29089, Elkmont
Campgrounds
- Sharon Johnston Park
- Monte Sano State Park
- Redstone Arsenal Rv Military
- Sleeper Bus
- Easter Posey Mwr Military - Redstone Arsenal
- Ditto Landing City Campground
Track Bragg Farm Reservoir in the Snoflo app
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About Bragg Farm Reservoir
Where does the data for Bragg Farm Reservoir 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 Bragg Farm Reservoir.