Fayette County Public Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harkins Lake Dam Bagwell Lake
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Fayette County Public Lake Dam, located in Fayette, Alabama, is a state-owned structure primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a normal storage capacity of 0 acre-feet. It is situated within the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and is not regulated by the state. Despite its relatively small size, the dam is deemed to have a significant hazard potential, although its condition assessment remains unrated.
The dam, managed by the state of Alabama, has not undergone recent inspections or been updated in terms of emergency action plans. While it lacks detailed information on its construction and specifications, Fayette County Public Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for local water enthusiasts and wildlife alike. Its serene surroundings and recreational opportunities make it an important landmark within the community, despite its limited storage capacity and potential hazards. As climate enthusiasts, there is a need to monitor and maintain the integrity of such structures to ensure the safety of both residents and the environment.
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.
Fayette County Public Lake Dam