Dale County Public Lake dam
Dale County Public Lake
Dale County Public Lake, also known as Lake Lisenby, is a state-owned recreational lake located in Dale, Alabama. The lake, completed in 1956, serves as a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. With a maximum storage capacity of 930 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 874 acre-feet, the lake offers ample opportunities for water-based recreation.
Managed by the state of Alabama, Dale County Public Lake has a dam height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 24 feet, with a structural height of 30 feet. The lake is situated along TR Judy Creek and covers a surface area of approximately 1,300 feet. While the dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, it also serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, providing flood control and water storage capabilities. Despite its high hazard potential, the lake's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated."
As a valuable resource for both recreation and water management, Dale County Public Lake plays an important role in the local community. With its picturesque setting and a range of activities available, the lake continues to attract visitors and outdoor enthusiasts seeking to experience the beauty of Alabama's natural landscape. For those interested in water resources and climate, Dale County Public Lake offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of environmental conservation and recreational enjoyment in a stunning lakeside 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 Dale County Public Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Choctawhatchee River Near Newton | 442 cfs | → |
| Pea River Near Ariton Al | 559 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al | 1,810 cfs | → |
| Little Double Bridges Creek Nr Enterprise | 10 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At Brantley Al | 147 cfs | → |
| Pea River Near Samson Al | 787 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dale County Public Lake.
Track Dale County Public Lake 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 Dale County Public Lake
Where does the data for Dale County Public Lake 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 High 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 Dale County Public Lake.