Devere Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Devere, also known as Lake Meadwood Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Marengo County, Alabama.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans 520 feet in length. Although its primary purpose is for recreation, Devere also serves as a significant storage facility with a capacity of 53 acre-feet.
Situated on TR-Freetown Creek in the Mobile District, Devere offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. It has not been rated for condition assessment, but its hazard potential is deemed significant. While it has not been subject to state regulation or inspection, the dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities for the community.
As the dam lacks certain features like spillways and locks, it is essential for those involved in water resource management to monitor and assess the risk associated with Devere. Despite its unregulated status, the dam remains a focal point for outdoor activities and serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and protecting our water resources in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
520 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FREETOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Devere