High Rock Lake - Site 24 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

High Rock Lake - Site 24, located in Cleburne, Alabama, is a crucial water resource managed by the USDA Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service.


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Summary

Built in 1972 for flood risk reduction on Shoal Creek, this Earth dam stands at a height of 88 feet with a hydraulic height of 14 feet, providing storage capacity of 6,926 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2,221 cubic feet per second.

Despite its age, the dam's hazard potential is classified as high, with a very high risk assessment rating. Although the condition assessment is marked as "not rated," regular inspections and emergency action plans are in place to ensure public safety. With a controlled spillway and vertical lift outlet gates, the dam's design and construction reflect its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, safeguarding the surrounding area from potential inundation.

High Rock Lake - Site 24's critical role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure asset in the region, highlighting the collaborative efforts of federal agencies in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

514

Dam Height

88

River Or Stream

SHOAL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

13

Nid Storage

6926

Outlet Gates

Vertical Lift

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

88
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.