Pine Lake Dam dam
Pine Lake Dam
Pine Lake Dam, situated in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a privately owned structure built in 1953 primarily for recreational purposes. Spanning 480 feet in length and standing at a hydraulic height of 24 feet, the earth dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 273 acre-feet, making it a significant water resource in the region. The dam's location along TR-Thornton Creek adds to its appeal, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Despite its recreational focus, Pine Lake Dam poses a significant hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently not rated. With a structural height of 25 feet and a normal storage capacity of 238 acre-feet, the dam's importance for water management cannot be understated. It is worth noting that the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been subject to recent inspections, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for both recreation and water resource purposes.
In the Congressional District 04 of Alabama, Pine Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreational activities. With its picturesque setting and substantial storage capacity, the dam serves as a vital asset for the community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the region, Pine Lake Dam remains a focal point of interest and concern, underscoring the importance of sustainable dam management practices in the face of evolving climate conditions.
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 Pine Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Binion Creek Below Gin Creek Near Samantha Al | 13 cfs | → |
| North River Near Samantha Al | 99 cfs | → |
| Sipsey River Nr Elrod | 285 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek Near Tuscaloosa | 1 cfs | → |
| Black Warrior River At Northport Al | 10,500 cfs | → |
| Cribbs Mill Creek At Ww Plant At Tuscaloosa | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pine Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Binion Creek Landing Park
- Rock Quarry Drive Tuscaloosa
- 7th Avenue Northeast 401-599, Tuscaloosa
- Lock 15 Road 12701, Tuscaloosa County
- Deerlick Road Tuscaloosa County
- County Road 109 13399, Tuscaloosa County
Campgrounds
- Lake Lurleen State Park
- Blue Creek
- Deerlick
- Holt Lake
- Burchfield Branch Park
- Moundville Archaeological Park Campground
Fishing spots
Track Pine Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Pine Lake Dam
Where does the data for Pine Lake 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 Pine Lake Dam.