Fawn Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cedar Creek Dam Elliott Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fawn Lake, located in Colbert, Alabama, is a private reservoir primarily used for flood risk reduction along Henson Creek.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1969, is an earth structure with a hydraulic height of 33 feet and a length of 800 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 1,096 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 212 acre-feet.
Despite being privately owned, Fawn Lake has a low hazard potential and is not currently regulated or inspected by state agencies. The reservoir serves as a crucial asset for flood risk management in the Rutland Community, providing protection against high discharge events with a maximum capacity of 6,100 cubic feet per second. While the condition of the dam is not rated, the emergency action plan and risk management measures for the site are currently underdeveloped.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fawn Lake offers a unique case study in private flood risk reduction infrastructure. With its strategic location and design features, the reservoir plays a crucial role in mitigating flood impacts along Henson Creek. As efforts to assess and enhance the safety and emergency preparedness of the dam continue, there is a growing opportunity for community engagement and sustainable water resource management practices at Fawn Lake.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
800 |
River Or Stream |
HENSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
1096 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Cypress Creek Near Florence Al
|
152cfs |
Bear Creek Near Red Bay
|
454cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Shoal Creek At Iron City
|
422cfs |
Big Nance Creek At Courtland Al
|
51cfs |
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.
Fawn Lake
Pride Landing Road Colbert County