Chewacla State Park dam
Chewacla State Park
Chewacla State Park in Lee, Alabama, is a picturesque recreation destination nestled along the TR-CHEWACLA CREEK. This state-owned park offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts, with its Earth dam creating a 28-foot high hydraulic structure that provides a maximum storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. Completed in 1932, the dam serves as a significant hazard potential for the area, making it a key focal point for visitors interested in understanding the intersection of water management and environmental conservation.
The park's primary purpose is recreation, offering visitors opportunities for fishing, hiking, and picnicking in a stunning natural setting. With a dam length of 150 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1200 cubic feet per second, Chewacla State Park presents an intriguing case study for those interested in dam engineering and water resource management. Although the current condition assessment is not rated, the park's historical significance and natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for anyone passionate about sustainable water practices and climate resilience.
As a state-regulated facility, Chewacla State Park represents a harmonious blend of human intervention and natural landscapes, showcasing the importance of responsible stewardship in maintaining ecological balance. With its rich history dating back to the early 20th century, this park offers a compelling narrative for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to explore the dynamic relationship between infrastructure development and environmental sustainability in a captivating outdoor setting.
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 Chewacla State Park -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 79 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 23 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 72 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At Us 280 | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 856 cfs | → |
| Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell | 118 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Chewacla State Park.
Boat launches
- Mcculloh Road 9001-9499, Valley
- Yates Lake Ramp
- Griffith Lane Tallassee
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
- Ramp Road, Dadeville
- West 7th Street 199, West Point
Campgrounds
- Chewacla State Park
- Spring Villa Campground
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Blanton Creek Park
- Lake Martin Military
Track Chewacla State Park in the Snoflo app
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About Chewacla State Park
Where does the data for Chewacla State Park 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 Significant 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 Chewacla State Park.