Turpin Vise dam
Turpin Vise
Turpin Vise, also known as Coleman Place #1, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Hale County, Alabama. Constructed in 1984 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 518 feet. With a storage capacity of 219 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres, Turpin Vise plays a crucial role in providing habitat for various wildlife species in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Turpin Vise has a spillway width of 110 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 422 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. While not currently rated for its condition, ongoing risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. As a key feature in the local ecosystem, Turpin Vise serves as a valuable resource for both wildlife and water conservation enthusiasts in the region.
Situated along the TR-Hines Creek in Sawyerville, Alabama, Turpin Vise is a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and environmental stewardship. With its primary purpose being for fish and wildlife habitat, this dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence between human development and natural ecosystems. As climate change continues to impact our planet, structures like Turpin Vise play a crucial role in preserving biodiversity and mitigating the effects of a changing climate on our water resources.
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 Turpin Vise -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black Warrior River At Selden L & D Near Eutaw | 3,280 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee R At Demopolis L&D Near Coatopa | 6,960 cfs | → |
| Elliotts Creek At Moundville Al | 13 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al | 3,390 cfs | → |
| Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al | 1,950 cfs | → |
| Bodka Creek Near Geiger | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Turpin Vise.
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Turpin Vise in the Snoflo app
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About Turpin Vise
Where does the data for Turpin Vise 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 Turpin Vise.