F W Lawrence Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
F W Lawrence Dam, located in West Brantley, Alabama, is a private recreational dam built in 1952 on Beech Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a structural height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 27 feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of recreation and has a storage capacity of 173 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam poses a potential risk that requires further evaluation and management measures.
Despite being a private structure, F W Lawrence Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. It does not have any associated federal agency ownership or funding, and is not regulated or permitted by the state of Alabama. With a maximum discharge capacity of 700 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and providing recreational opportunities in the area.
While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are currently unknown, its location in Dallas County, Alabama, highlights its importance as a key water resource and climate management infrastructure in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find F W Lawrence Dam to be a fascinating structure with a rich history and significant impact on the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
BEECH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mulberry Creek At Jones Al
|
124cfs |
Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al
|
789cfs |
Cahaba River At Centreville Al
|
363cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill
|
88cfs |
Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al
|
156cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
F W Lawrence Dam