Odums Mill Dam dam
Odums Mill Dam
Odums Mill Dam, also known as Odoms Mill Pond, is a historic gravity dam located in Northwest Liberty Grove, Alabama. Built in 1850, this private-owned structure serves a primary purpose of recreation, providing a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a length of 125 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet.
Situated on Blackwater Creek in Walker County, Alabama, Odums Mill Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite not being regulated by the state or federal agencies, the dam continues to offer a tranquil environment for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its scenic surroundings and historical significance, Odums Mill Dam remains a hidden gem for those seeking a peaceful escape in nature.
While lacking certain modern amenities such as spillways and outlet gates, Odums Mill Dam has stood the test of time and remains a symbol of resilience and preservation. As water levels fluctuate and climate patterns evolve, this gravity dam continues to hold a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike, embodying the harmony between human intervention and natural beauty in the Alabama countryside.
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 Odums Mill Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clear C At New Hope Church Nr Poplar Springs | 96 cfs | → |
| Blackwater Creek Near Manchester Al | 167 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek Above Parrish | 128 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork At Cordova Al | 9,880 cfs | → |
| Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al | 44 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia | 5,840 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Odums Mill Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 8 Winston County
- Glades Road Winston County
- Smith Lake Dam Road 8067-8697, Jasper
- Lick Creek Boat Ramp
- Highway 78 8090, Cordova
- Bevill Drive Cordova
Campgrounds
- Clear Creek Recreation Area
- Corinth Recreation Area
- Wolf Pen Hunters Camp
- Claymore Camp #1
- Brushy Lake Recreation Area
- Brushy Lake Recreational Area Campground
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About Odums Mill Dam
Where does the data for Odums Mill 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 Odums Mill Dam.