Freeman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mitchum Lake Dam Barnett Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Freeman Lake Dam, located in Fayette, Alabama, was completed in 1962 and serves as a recreational spot along TR-Bear Creek.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, with a length of 400 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 600 cubic feet per second.
Despite being privately owned, Freeman Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam does not fall under state regulation or jurisdiction, and no inspections or enforcement actions have been reported. However, the dam has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance activities, and its emergency action plan status is unknown.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Freeman Lake Dam offers a unique recreational opportunity in the South Suburb-Newtonville area. Although it may not be actively regulated or inspected, the dam's historical significance and natural surroundings make it a captivating destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore Alabama's water resources and landscape.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
400 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
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.
Freeman Lake Dam