Farington dam
Farington
Farington is a private recreational dam located in Dadeville, Alabama, along the TR Chattasofka Creek. Built in 1950, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 35 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, Farington serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a tranquil getaway for water enthusiasts in Tallapoosa County.
Situated in Congressional District 03, Alabama, Farington is owned and operated by a private entity. The dam, which does not fall under state jurisdiction, does not have any associated structures or federal funding. Despite its age, the condition of Farington is currently not rated, with no recent inspections or assessments conducted. The absence of state regulation, permitting, or enforcement indicates a lack of official oversight, raising questions about the long-term sustainability and safety of this water resource in the face of changing climate conditions.
While Farington may provide a picturesque setting for recreational activities, the lack of comprehensive management measures and official assessments raises concerns about its resilience to potential risks and emergencies. With no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place or updated inundation maps, there is a need for increased monitoring and evaluation of this dam to ensure the safety and security of surrounding communities and the environment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to advocate for the proper regulation and maintenance of Farington to preserve its recreational value while mitigating potential hazards.
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 Farington -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 752 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 37 cfs | → |
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 130 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 232 cfs | → |
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Farington.
⚓ Boat launches
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
- Boat Ramp Road, Jacksons' Gap
- Ramp Road, Dadeville
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
- Our Children's Highway 15529-15531, Alexander City
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
⛺ Campgrounds
- Lake Martin Military
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Wind Creek State Park
- Chewacla State Park
- Spring Villa Campground
🎣 Fishing spots
- Lake Martin
- Yates Reservoir
- Opelika City (Saugahatchee) Reservoir
- Thurlow Reservoir
- Hatchet Creek
- Crooked Creek
🛡 More reservoirs
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About Farington
Where does the data for Farington 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 Farington.