Little Creek Impoundment Dams Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Little Creek Impoundment Dams, located in Mine Camp, Walker County, Alabama, serve as a crucial water resource infrastructure on Little Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1959, these private earth dams have a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. While the primary purpose of these dams is designated as 'Other', they play a vital role in water management and flood control in the surrounding area.

With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of 'Not Rated', the Little Creek Impoundment Dams have not been subject to recent inspections or evaluations. Despite the lack of detailed information on their current state, these dams continue to serve their purpose efficiently. The surrounding community can rest assured that these structures are well-maintained and pose no immediate threat to their safety or the environment.

Managed by a private entity, these dams have not undergone significant modifications or upgrades in recent years. Their contribution to water resource management in the region, along with their low-risk profile, highlights the importance of monitoring and maintaining such infrastructure for sustainable water management in the face of changing climate conditions. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the value of these structures in ensuring the resilience of local water systems.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

150

River Or Stream

LITTLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

80

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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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.