Fitzpatrick Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fitzpatrick is a private recreational dam located in Elmore, Alabama, near the city of Goodhope Church.


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Summary

Built in 1934, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a hydraulic height of 37 feet as well. It spans a length of 660 feet and has a storage capacity of 326 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 290 acre-feet.

Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Fitzpatrick's hazard potential is rated as low, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." The dam does not have a state jurisdiction or regulatory agency overseeing its operations, inspections, or enforcement. Despite its age, Fitzpatrick does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or updated contact information for emergency situations.

While Fitzpatrick serves primarily for recreational purposes, its historical significance and continued operation offer valuable insights into the management and maintenance of dams in the region. With its low hazard potential and unregulated status, further assessment and planning may be necessary to ensure the safety and longevity of this important water resource in Alabama.

Year Completed

1934

Dam Length

660

River Or Stream

TR HARWELL MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

37

Nid Storage

326

Structural Height

37

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

37
       
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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.