Opine Timber Company Dam dam
Opine Timber Company Dam
The Opine Timber Company Dam, located in Clarke County, Alabama, is a private earth dam constructed in 1965 for recreational purposes on the Tallahatta Creek. With a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, this dam provides a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, making it a valuable resource for water supply and flood control in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks an emergency action plan, raising concerns about its safety and maintenance.
Managed by the private owner, the Opine Timber Company Dam offers opportunities for outdoor recreation and water-based activities in Campbell West, Alabama. As part of the Mobile District under the supervision of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for local residents and visitors alike. However, the lack of regular inspections and updated emergency response plans highlight the need for increased attention to the dam's safety and management practices to prevent potential risks and ensure its long-term sustainability.
With its picturesque location and important role in providing recreational opportunities, the Opine Timber Company Dam stands as a significant water resource infrastructure in Alabama. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize the monitoring and maintenance of dams like Opine Timber Company to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the continued enjoyment and benefit of this valuable resource for generations to come.
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 Opine Timber Company Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Satilpa Creek Near Coffeeville Al | 223 cfs | → |
| Bassett Creek At Us Highway 43 Nr Thomasville | 5 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee R At Coffeeville L&D Nr Coffeeville | 34,300 cfs | → |
| Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville | 9,510 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee R At Demopolis L&D Near Coatopa | 12,600 cfs | → |
| Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro | 7,350 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Opine Timber Company Dam.
Track Opine Timber Company Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Opine Timber Company Dam
Where does the data for Opine Timber Company 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 Opine Timber Company Dam.