Coosa Lodge Lake Dam dam
Coosa Lodge Lake Dam
Coosa Lodge Lake Dam, also known as Baggett@S Lake Dam, is a private earth dam located in Sterrett, Alabama. Completed in 1966, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a structural height of 34 feet. The dam impounds the waters of TR.BEAR CREEK, creating a storage capacity of 348 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1200 cubic feet per second.
With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated", Coosa Lodge Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. Situated in Shelby County, Alabama, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While it is not currently regulated by the state, the dam provides a tranquil spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Despite not having a designated hazard potential rating or condition assessment date, Coosa Lodge Lake Dam remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Alabama. With its rich history dating back to the 1960s, the dam continues to offer a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy. The serene waters of Coosa Lodge Lake present a perfect setting for those interested in water resources and climate to appreciate the importance of sustainable dam management practices.
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 Coosa Lodge Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Cahaba River Below Leeds | 10 cfs | → |
| Kelly Creek Near Vincent Al | 45 cfs | → |
| Little Cahaba River Nr Jefferson Park | 13 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River At Trussville | 2 cfs | → |
| Little Cahaba River At Cah Bea Rd Nr Cahaba Hts Al | 15 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Mountain Brook Al | 56 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Coosa Lodge Lake Dam.
⚓ Boat launches
- Kelly Creek Boat Landing, Vincent
- Bells Lane St. Clair County
- Highlands Drive Trussville
- Hollywood Boulevard 449, Childersburg
- Old Mill Trail 7098, Clay
- Lake In The Woods Road Jefferson County
Track Coosa Lodge Lake Dam 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 Coosa Lodge Lake Dam
Where does the data for Coosa Lodge 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 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 Coosa Lodge Lake Dam.