Carmichael Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lewis Lawson #4 C W Drury
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Carmichael Lake Dam in Hale, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1950 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
It is located in West Whitsitt and serves as a reservoir for Picks Creek Offstream. With a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 800 cubic feet per second.
Although the dam's hazard potential is considered significant, its condition assessment is currently not rated. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Despite these concerns, Carmichael Lake Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors to the area.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor the condition of Carmichael Lake Dam and advocate for regular inspections and the development of an emergency action plan. By staying informed and actively engaging in the maintenance and management of dams like Carmichael Lake Dam, we can help ensure the safety and sustainability of these essential water resources in our communities.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
River Or Stream |
PICKS CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
280 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Carmichael Lake Dam