Walls Lake dam
Walls Lake
Walls Lake, also known as Kenneth Walls Lake, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Coosa, Alabama. Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1974, this Earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 450 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 124 acre-feet, Walls Lake covers a surface area of 15 acres and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
The dam's primary purpose is for fish and wildlife conservation, providing a habitat for various species in the area. Although the hazard potential is rated as low and the condition assessment is not rated, the risk assessment is considered moderate. The spillway, with a width of 40 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing excess water to be safely released in times of high discharge. While the dam has not been inspected since 1980, it remains a significant feature in the landscape of Coosa, Alabama, attracting visitors and nature lovers alike.
Located near the TR SOCAPATOY CREEK, Walls Lake offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to enjoy the outdoors and observe local wildlife. With its tranquil waters and scenic surroundings, this private pond is a hidden gem in the heart of Alabama, providing a valuable resource for both aquatic life and recreational activities.
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 Walls Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 106 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 168 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 677 cfs | → |
| Coosa River At Childersburg Al | 3,240 cfs | → |
| Talladega Creek At Alpine Al | 109 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 983 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Walls Lake.
Boat launches
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
- Boat Ramp Road, Jacksons' Gap
- Our Children's Highway 15529-15531, Alexander City
- Ramp Road, Dadeville
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Walls Lake 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 Walls Lake
Where does the data for Walls Lake 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 Walls Lake.