Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway dam
Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam - Spillway, located in Amory, Mississippi, along the Tombigbee River, serves as a vital structure for navigation and recreation purposes. Built in 1983 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this gravity dam stands at a structural height of 55 feet and has a hydraulic height of 48 feet. With a controlled spillway width of 495 feet, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 204,300 cubic feet per second, making it a crucial component for managing water levels in the area.
This significant dam has a very high hazard potential, as noted by the risk assessment rating of 1. The US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages flood risks associated with the dam by continuously monitoring its condition, prioritizing necessary actions, and collaborating with local emergency managers to ensure preparedness in case of a dam-related emergency. An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) has been prepared and updated regularly, with inundation maps in place to mitigate risks. The dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management measures.
As climate change brings unpredictable weather patterns and increased water flow, the Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam - Spillway serves as a critical infrastructure for maintaining water levels and protecting downstream areas. With its strategic location and functionality, the dam exemplifies the dedication of the US Army Corps of Engineers in safeguarding communities and water resources against potential hazards. Ongoing efforts to enhance risk management strategies and emergency preparedness further demonstrate the commitment to ensuring the safety and resilience of the dam and surrounding areas.
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 Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tombigbee River At Bigbee | 1,020 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee River Nr Amory | 3,380 cfs | → |
| Town Creek Nr Nettleton | 381 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee River Nr Fulton | 574 cfs | → |
| Bull Mountain Creek At Tremont | 95 cfs | → |
| Cummings Creek Nr Fulton | 10 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway.
Boat launches
- Glover Wilkins Road Monroe County
- Ironwood Bluff Boat Ramp Access Itawamba County
- Amory Boat Ramp Road Amory
- West Levee Service Road Itawamba County
Track Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway in the Snoflo app
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About Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway
Where does the data for Glover Wilkins Lock And Dam - Spillway 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 Significant 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.
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