Lehman Dam dam
Lehman Dam
Lehman Dam, located in West Bear Creek, Alabama, serves as a recreational water resource along the TR-Flat Creek. Built in 1940, this earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, with a length of 350 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 211 cubic feet per second, making it a significant water management structure in the area.
Despite being privately owned, Lehman Dam's hazard potential is classified as significant, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its safety and structural integrity. As a key recreational spot in Marion County, Alabama, Lehman Dam offers a serene environment for outdoor activities, making it a valuable asset for the local community and visitors alike.
With its picturesque location and historical significance, Lehman Dam provides a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the intersection of human engineering with natural landscapes. As part of the Mobile District in Alabama, the dam's role in water management and recreation underscores the importance of responsible stewardship and conservation practices. As efforts continue to ensure the safety and sustainability of Lehman Dam, its legacy as a vital water resource in the region remains an integral part of the local ecosystem and community.
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 Lehman Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al | 1,030 cfs | → |
| Clear C At New Hope Church Nr Poplar Springs | 66 cfs | → |
| Buttahatchee River Below Hamilton Al | 283 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Near Red Bay | 261 cfs | → |
| Bull Mountain Creek At Tremont | 89 cfs | → |
| Blackwater Creek Near Manchester Al | 125 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lehman Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 79 Bear Creek
- County Road 10 1522, Franklin County
- Massey Branch Boat Launch
- County Road 27 Franklin County
- Cotton Gin Road Franklin County
- Piney Point Road Franklin County
Campgrounds
- Wolf Pen Hunters Camp
- Claymore Camp #1
- Williams Hollow Campground
- Mcdougle Camp
- Corinth Recreation Area
- Brushy Lake Recreational Area Campground
Track Lehman Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lehman Dam
Where does the data for Lehman 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 Lehman Dam.