Frost dam
Frost
Frost is a private recreational dam located in Wadley, Alabama, on the TR-Hutton Creek. Built in 1960, Frost has a dam height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet, with a length of 240 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge of 1440 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, Frost has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Situated in a picturesque setting in Randolph County, Frost offers opportunities for outdoor recreation in the form of fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Owned privately, this dam caters to the local community's recreational needs and serves as a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. While not regulated by the state, Frost stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management and the preservation of natural resources.
With its tranquil waters and scenic surroundings, Frost provides a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking solace and enjoyment. As a part of the larger ecosystem of water resources in Alabama, Frost serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental conservation. Its low hazard potential and recreational purpose make it a valuable asset to the community, highlighting the importance of responsible stewardship of our waterways in the face of climate change and evolving environmental challenges.
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 Frost -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 991 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 695 cfs | → |
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 117 cfs | → |
| Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al | 177 cfs | → |
| Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd | 8 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 877 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Frost.
Boat launches
- County Road 888 Randolph County
- R L Harris Dam Road Randolph County
- Primrose Lane Randolph County
- County Road 895 Randolph County
- County Road 880 Randolph County
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
More reservoirs
Track Frost 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 Frost
Where does the data for Frost 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 Frost.