Speed Reservoir Report
Nearby: Boggess Dam Ms06791 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Speed is a private dam located in Liberty, Alabama, on the TR-Little Magby Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this Earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet. With a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet, Speed primarily serves the purpose of recreation, offering visitors a scenic spot to enjoy outdoor activities.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Speed has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. With a maximum discharge of 900 cubic feet per second, this dam provides a controlled release of water to prevent flooding and maintain the safety of surrounding areas. Despite not being regulated by the state, Speed plays a crucial role in water resource management and recreational activities in Pickens County, Alabama.
Although lacking specific details on emergency preparedness and risk management measures, Speed remains a vital structure for the local community. With its strategic location and functionality, this dam highlights the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience, serving as a valuable asset in ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
325 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE MAGBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Speed