Cains Ridge Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Cains Ridge Dam, also known as Anders Lake Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in the Cains Ridge Church Community in Fayette, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this earthen dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 550 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 199 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres, regulating the flow of TR-MARTINS CREEK-OFFSTREAM.
Despite being privately owned, Cains Ridge Dam is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 100 feet, capable of discharging up to 600 cubic feet per second. With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been rated for its condition, and emergency action plans are currently not in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cains Ridge Dam presents an interesting case study in private dam ownership and management. Its recreational purpose, moderate risk assessment, and lack of state jurisdiction offer valuable insights into the complexities of maintaining and regulating dams in rural communities like Cains Ridge Church. The dam's historical significance and ecological impact on the surrounding area make it a noteworthy site for further research and analysis in the field of water resource management.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MARTINS CREEK-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
199 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Cains Ridge Dam