Paul Rigsby Dam dam
Paul Rigsby Dam
Located in the picturesque Beulah Church Community in Cullman, Alabama, the Paul Rigsby Dam, also known as the Darrell Parker Dam, stands as a testament to private ownership and stewardship of water resources. Constructed in 1952, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, creating a stock pond, and providing a habitat for small fish. With a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, making it a significant water management structure in the area.
Managed by private owners, the Paul Rigsby Dam on Rock Creek is a vital resource for the local community, offering recreational opportunities alongside its primary functions. Despite its age, the dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, highlighting the need for regular inspections and potential risk management measures. With Congressman Robert B. Aderholt representing the area in Congressional District 04, the dam remains a symbol of sustainable water resource management in Alabama.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricate details of the Paul Rigsby Dam, its historical significance and functional importance come to the forefront. While not currently rated for its condition, the dam's role in fire protection and ecosystem support underscores the crucial balance between human needs and environmental stewardship. With a rich history dating back to the 1950s, this privately owned structure on Rock Creek continues to play a vital role in water management efforts in Cullman County, Alabama.
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 Paul Rigsby Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flint Creek Near Falkville Al | 232 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Garden City | 1,270 cfs | → |
| Blue Springs Creek Near Blountsville | 17 cfs | → |
| Locust Fork Near Cleveland | 589 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al | 214 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Paul Rigsby Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 311 Cullman County
- Suzie Hole Road Morgan County
- Bluff City Boat Ramp Access Road Morgan County
- Lick Creek Boat Ramp
- Morgan County
- Sharp Ford Road Morgan County
Campgrounds
- Brushy Lake Recreation Area
- Brushy Lake Recreational Area Campground
- Point Mallard City Campground
- Mcdougle Camp
- Corinth Recreation Area
- Clear Creek Recreation Area
Fishing spots
Track Paul Rigsby Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Paul Rigsby Dam
Where does the data for Paul Rigsby Dam 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 Paul Rigsby Dam.