B W Coleman Farm Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 2, located in Hale County, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1969 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam has a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a total length of 1300 feet, providing a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Big Prairie Creek, this dam is a significant water resource in the area, offering opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite not being regulated by the state, B W Coleman Farm Dam No 2 has been classified with a significant hazard potential. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam does not have an emergency action plan (EAP) in place, indicating a potential gap in preparedness for any unforeseen events.
Overall, B W Coleman Farm Dam No 2 serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding community, offering both recreational opportunities and water storage capacity. With its significant hazard potential, it is essential for the owners to prioritize regular inspections and potentially develop an EAP to mitigate any risks and ensure the safety of the dam and surrounding areas. As a crucial part of the local landscape, this dam plays a key role in water management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG PRAIRIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Structural Height |
17 |
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.
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 2