Jim Oliver Reservoir Report
Nearby: Shechi Lake J H Oliver Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Providence, Alabama, the Jim Oliver dam was completed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 188 acre-feet for the TR-DRY CREEK watershed. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have moderate risk, reflecting the importance of ongoing risk management measures.
Operated by a private owner, Jim Oliver is not regulated or inspected by state agencies, making it an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled' and a spillway width of 60 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in recreation and wildlife conservation in the area. While the dam's condition assessment is currently 'Not Rated', its risk assessment suggests a proactive approach to ensuring its safety and effectiveness in the face of changing climate conditions.
Overall, Jim Oliver represents a unique intersection of private ownership, federal design, and local impact, making it a valuable resource for those interested in water resource management and climate resilience. As climate change continues to impact the region, understanding the dynamics of dams like Jim Oliver will be essential in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
188 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Jim Oliver