Carl Wingard dam
Carl Wingard
Located in Conecuh, Alabama, the Carl Wingard dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resources in the region. Completed in 1963, this earth dam on the Pine Log Branch serves primarily for recreation, providing a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 374 cubic feet per second. With a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, the dam spans 660 feet in length, offering a serene escape for water and climate enthusiasts alike.
Owned privately and not subject to state regulation or jurisdiction, Carl Wingard dam presents a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its unassuming status, the dam plays a crucial role in the local community, offering a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities. With Martha Roby (R) as the Congressional Representative for the area, the dam stands as a point of interest in Congressional District 02, Alabama.
For those interested in water resources and climate, Carl Wingard dam serves as a hidden gem in the landscape of Alabama. While not towering in height or volume, its significance lies in its contribution to recreational opportunities and its subtle impact on the surrounding environment. As water enthusiasts explore the Pine Log Branch and the peaceful city of Shreve, they will find solace in the simple beauty and functionality of this unassuming yet essential piece of 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 Carl Wingard -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al | 94 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River Bel Pt A Dam Nr River Falls | 65 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At River Falls | 504 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek Near Evergreen Al | 85 cfs | → |
| Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al | 77 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At Brantley Al | 91 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Carl Wingard.
Boat launches
- Us 31 Conecuh County
- Us 84 Conecuh County
- Bull Slough Road 2298, Conecuh County
- Conecuh County 42 Conecuh County
Campgrounds
- Sherling Lake Campground And Park
- Sherling Lake City Park
- Frank Jackson State Park
- Open Pond Recreation Area
Track Carl Wingard 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 Carl Wingard
Where does the data for Carl Wingard 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 Carl Wingard.