Brooks Farm Pond Dam dam
Brooks Farm Pond Dam
Brooks Farm Pond Dam, located in the Shady Grove community of Coosa, Alabama, serves primarily for recreational purposes. Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, with a length of 554 feet. The dam has a capacity for a normal storage of 62 acre-feet, providing a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities.
Managed by a private owner, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. With a maximum discharge of 110 cubic feet per second, the dam ensures the safety of the surrounding area in case of emergencies. Although not regulated by the state, the dam is a vital part of the local ecosystem, serving as a recreational hub for the community and visitors alike.
With its picturesque location near the Olustee Creek and its close proximity to the Mobile District, Brooks Farm Pond Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human recreation and environmental conservation. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the area, they can appreciate the beauty and functionality of this earth dam while also recognizing the importance of responsible dam management for future generations.
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 Brooks Farm Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 168 cfs | → |
| Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al | 106 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 Brooks Farm Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
- Boat Ramp Road, Jacksons' Gap
- Our Children's Highway 15529-15531, Alexander City
- Ramp Road, Dadeville
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
- Hamlet Mill Road Tallapoosa County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Brooks Farm Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Brooks Farm Pond Dam
Where does the data for Brooks Farm Pond 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 Brooks Farm Pond Dam.