Lake Fountain Head Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Clanton Lake Luby Gore Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Fountain Head Dam, located in Unity Church Community, Alabama, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, serving as a significant water resource for the area. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, providing ample water for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite not being state regulated or inspected, Lake Fountain Head Dam poses a significant hazard potential due to its condition being rated as "Not Rated." The dam has not been assessed for emergency preparedness, with no emergency action plan (EAP) in place. While the dam does not have associated structures or outlet gates, it is crucial to monitor and manage the risk associated with this dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the preservation of this valuable water resource.
With a rich history dating back to 1960, Lake Fountain Head Dam serves as a vital recreational spot in Chilton, Alabama. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is essential to prioritize the maintenance and safety of dams like Lake Fountain Head to ensure sustainable water management practices and safeguard against potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
325 |
River Or Stream |
PIG PEN CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Lake Fountain Head Dam