Henson Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Henson Dam, located in Washington County, Alabama, is a private-owned structure serving primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with an earth core type, stands significant in hazard potential, although its condition assessment remains unrated. The dam's height, volume, and completion year are unspecified, indicating a lack of detailed information on its technical specifications.
While Henson Dam may not boast impressive physical attributes, its role in providing recreational opportunities in the area cannot be understated. The dam's proximity to the Mobile District and Congressional District 01 of Alabama, represented by Bradley Byrne, showcases its importance within the local community. Despite lacking specific data on storage capacity and discharge levels, the dam's presence contributes to water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor Henson Dam, the need for comprehensive assessments, emergency action plans, and risk management measures becomes apparent. With its significant hazard potential, the dam requires thorough inspection and evaluation to ensure public safety. As the dam continues to serve as a recreational hub in Washington County, efforts to enhance its resilience and regulatory compliance are essential for sustainable water resource management in the area.
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
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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.
Henson Dam