Rice Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Rice is a privately owned dam located in Beans Mill, Alabama, on the TR-Halawakee Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1959, this earth dam stands at 20 feet high with a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a length of 430 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet with a maximum discharge of 255 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Rice's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated." With no recent inspection date available, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unspecified. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, and the lack of federal oversight suggests that maintenance and safety protocols may require closer scrutiny.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rice presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Alabama. Its historical significance as a structure built in the late 1950s adds to its appeal, while the lack of recent inspection data and uncertain emergency preparedness raise questions about its current safety and maintenance standards. With its location in a picturesque setting along TR-Halawakee Creek, Rice serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in managing and maintaining critical infrastructure for water resources and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
430 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HALAWAKEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Rice