Crenshaw County Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Halls Pond Emment Strickland Pond
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Crenshaw County Lake, located in Brantley, Alabama, is a state-owned reservoir primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1954, the earth dam stands at 24 feet high with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a length of 1425 feet. The reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 370 acre-feet, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and other outdoor activities. The dam is associated with TR-DRY CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its high hazard potential, Crenshaw County Lake has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no emergency action plan in place. While the reservoir provides valuable recreational opportunities for the local community, there may be a need for further evaluation and management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the dam and its surrounding areas. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Crenshaw County Lake presents an intriguing case study in balancing recreational benefits with potential risks associated with dam infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
1425 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
370 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Crenshaw County Lake