Homer Carpenter Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: J.H. Montgomery Iii No.1 Solomon Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Greene, Alabama, the Homer Carpenter Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this private-owned earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a picturesque retreat for visitors seeking to engage with nature. The dam boasts a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 28 feet, providing a storage capacity of 634 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 4,350 cubic feet per second.
Situated on Shambley Creek offstream, the Homer Carpenter Dam is a low hazard structure with a condition assessment that is currently not rated. Despite its age, the dam exemplifies responsible stewardship as evidenced by its compliance with state regulations and inspection requirements. While the dam lacks certain features like spillways and outlet gates, its design and construction reflect a commitment to safety and efficiency. With its tranquil surroundings and strategic location within the Mobile District, the Homer Carpenter Dam stands as a symbol of sustainable water resource management in the face of evolving climate challenges.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Homer Carpenter Dam serves as a living example of the intersection between human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. As Congressional District 07's representative Terri A. Sewell oversees this vital infrastructure, the dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable recreational outlet for the community. With its low hazard potential and unassessed condition, the Homer Carpenter Dam represents a blend of past engineering excellence and ongoing commitment to sustainable water management practices. As climate change impacts water resources worldwide, structures like the Homer Carpenter Dam underscore the importance of proactive risk management and collaboration between private owners, state agencies, and federal representatives to ensure the long-term resilience of our water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
750 |
River Or Stream |
SHAMBLEY CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
634 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Homer Carpenter Dam