Elliott Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Slosh Dam Sloss Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Elliott Lake Dam, located in BELGREEN, Alabama, on Dunkin Creek, is a recreational dam completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities and water supply.
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Summary
The dam is owned by the Local Government and has a structural height of 52 feet with a hydraulic height of 52 feet. It has a storage capacity of 5,720 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 6,782 cfs, making it a significant resource for the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and not being regulated by the state, Elliott Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the community and visitors alike. The dam boasts a length of 800 feet and is primarily an Earth dam type. Its condition is currently rated as "Not Rated", with no recent inspection data available. While it may not be a high-risk structure, its importance in providing recreational activities and water supply highlights the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term sustainability.
With its picturesque location and important role in the local water resource management, Elliott Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Elliott Lake will play an increasingly crucial role in ensuring water availability for both recreational and practical purposes. It is essential that efforts are made to properly maintain and manage this vital infrastructure to meet the needs of the community and safeguard the surrounding environment for future generations.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
800 |
River Or Stream |
DUNKIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Nid Storage |
5720 |
Structural Height |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
52 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bear Creek Near Red Bay
|
454cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Cypress Creek Near Florence Al
|
152cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al
|
41cfs |
Buttahatchee River Below Hamilton Al
|
181cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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