R L Lambert Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Mobile, Alabama, the R L Lambert dam stands as a testament to the vital role of water resources in providing recreational opportunities.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, this earth dam on the TR-BIG CREEK river is primarily used for recreation purposes, offering a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts in the area. With a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 184 acre-feet, providing a haven for wildlife and visitors alike.

Managed by a private owner, the R L Lambert dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. While it is not state-regulated or permitted, the dam serves as a valuable resource for the community, offering a peaceful retreat for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. Despite its modest size and limited inspection history, the dam continues to play a significant role in enhancing the quality of life for residents and visitors in the area.

Congressional District 01 in Alabama is represented by Bradley Byrne, who oversees the regulatory landscape for dams like R L Lambert. As climate change continues to impact water resources across the country, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for safety and sustainability becomes increasingly crucial. With its tranquil waters and scenic surroundings, the R L Lambert dam stands as a reminder of the delicate balance between human activity and the natural environment, highlighting the need for responsible stewardship of our water resources in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

775

River Or Stream

TR-BIG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

184

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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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. 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

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, 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.