C E Lee Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
C E Lee is a privately owned recreational dam located in Quarry, Perry County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1946, this offstream dam on the Chewalca River stands at a structural height of 33 feet and has a hydraulic height of 28 feet. With a storage capacity of 520 acre-feet, C E Lee offers opportunities for water-based recreational activities in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and 'Not Rated' condition assessment, C E Lee has not been subjected to state regulation, inspection, or enforcement. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and is not under the jurisdiction of any state agency. With a maximum discharge capacity of 450 cubic feet per second, the dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to enjoy the outdoors.
In the Congressional District 07 of Alabama, C E Lee is situated in a picturesque location with easy access to the Chewalca River. Although lacking certain safety measures such as Emergency Action Plans and updated inundation maps, the dam continues to offer a serene recreational experience for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
OFFSTREAM-CHEWALCA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
520 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
C E Lee