Mitchum Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Barnett Lake Dam Freeman Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Mitchum Lake Dam, located in Concord, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1955 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Situated on the TR-SIPSEY RIVER-OFFSTREAM, the dam has a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, with a length of 400 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 600 cubic feet per second, making it a vital resource for water supply and flood control in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Mitchum Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no information available on its risk assessment or management measures. The dam is not under state jurisdiction or regulation, and there are no associated federal agencies overseeing its operations or maintenance. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the condition of Mitchum Lake Dam to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing water resources in Fayette County, Alabama.
In conclusion, Mitchum Lake Dam serves as a crucial recreational and water management structure in the region, providing storage and discharge capabilities for the TR-SIPSEY RIVER-OFFSTREAM. With its unique design and historical significance, the dam requires regular inspection and maintenance to uphold safety standards and prevent potential risks. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should advocate for the implementation of an EAP and risk assessment for Mitchum Lake Dam to ensure its resilience and sustainability in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
400 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SIPSEY RIVER-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
156 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Mitchum Lake Dam