White Oak No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: White Oak No 2 Hobbie Lee
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
White Oak No 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Smuteye, Alabama, on Big Sandy Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1946 for recreational purposes, this dam stands at a structural height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. With a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 630 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a low hazard structure in the area.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, White Oak No 1 continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community. With a length of 510 feet and a normal storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, the dam offers a serene environment for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. While its condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam's low hazard potential indicates minimal risk to surrounding areas.
Located in Congressional District 02, Alabama, White Oak No 1 is a significant part of the local landscape. Although not under the jurisdiction of state agencies, the dam remains a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in the preservation and sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
510 |
River Or Stream |
BIG SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
White Oak No 1