Vandiver Bros Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pooles Pond Dam Taylors Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Vandiver Bros Lake, located in Colbert County, Alabama, is a picturesque Earth dam structure built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, this 15-foot high dam has a storage capacity of 89 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.16 square miles. The lake is situated along the TR-POPLAR CREEK and is owned by a local government entity.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Vandiver Bros Lake poses a moderate risk due to its uncontrolled spillway type and a maximum discharge of 155 cubic feet per second. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no established Emergency Action Plan in place. However, the site offers recreational opportunities and supports fish and wildlife habitats, making it a valuable resource for the community and water enthusiasts interested in conservation and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POPLAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
89 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Nance Creek At Courtland Al
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51cfs |
Cypress Creek Near Florence Al
|
152cfs |
Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al
|
41cfs |
Shoal Creek At Iron City
|
422cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Bear Creek Near Red Bay
|
454cfs |
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.
Vandiver Bros Lake