Rod And Reel dam
Rod And Reel
Rod and Reel, located in Old Eastaboga, Alabama, is a private recreational dam on the TR Eastaboga Creek. Built in 1941, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet with a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a length of 300 feet. It has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet, making it a popular spot for fishing and other water activities in Calhoun County.
Despite being privately owned, Rod and Reel has a significant hazard potential and is classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment. While it is not regulated by the state and does not have a designated state agency overseeing its operations, this recreational dam remains a favorite among water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. With its picturesque location and the calming flow of the TR Eastaboga Creek, Rod and Reel provides a serene setting for outdoor recreation and relaxation.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Rod and Reel is a prime example of a private dam that serves as a valuable resource for the local community. Although it has not been inspected recently and lacks certain risk management measures, the dam continues to be a beloved destination for those seeking to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Alabama's waterways.
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 Rod And Reel -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Choccolocco Creek At Jackson Shoal Nr Lincoln Al | 407 cfs | → |
| Choccolocco Creek Near Boiling Spring | 143 cfs | → |
| Talladega Creek At Alpine Al | 136 cfs | → |
| Big Canoe Creek At Ashville Al | 115 cfs | → |
| Kelly Creek Near Vincent Al | 392 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Heflin | 248 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rod And Reel.
Boat launches
- Al 77 Lincoln
- Woods Bend Road 3100, Ragland
- Ohatchee
- St. Clair County
- Riverview Drive St. Clair County
- Bells Lane St. Clair County
Campgrounds
- Anniston Army Depot Rv Military
- Lake Chinnabee
- Cheaha State Park
- Turnipseed Hunter Camp
- Turnipseed Campground
- Pine Glen
Fishing spots
Track Rod And Reel 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 Rod And Reel
Where does the data for Rod And Reel 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 Rod And Reel.