Higgins Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Higgins is a privately owned dam located in Big Springs, Alabama, on the Wehaokee Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1958, this Earth type dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a serene environment for visitors to enjoy activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking. With a structural height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, Higgins offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of nature.
Despite its low hazard potential, Higgins has a maximum storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet. The dam spans 500 feet in length and has a maximum discharge capacity of 1680 cubic feet per second. While not currently rated for condition assessment, Higgins remains a safe and reliable structure for recreational use, with emergency contacts and risk management measures in place to ensure the safety of the surrounding community in the event of any unforeseen incidents.
Located within Congressional District 03, Alabama, Higgins is a well-maintained dam under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its picturesque surroundings and peaceful atmosphere, Higgins serves as a valuable resource for water conservation and climate enjoyment, attracting visitors from near and far to appreciate the natural beauty of the Wehaokee Creek.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
WEHAOKEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd
|
15cfs |
Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al
|
381cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 27
|
3070cfs |
Little Tallapoosa River Below Bowdon
|
204cfs |
Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al
|
1010cfs |
New River At Ga 100
|
88cfs |
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.
Higgins
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