Wallace Hathcock Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wallace Hathcock Dam, also known as Lake Hathcock, is a private dam located in Cullman, Alabama, constructed by the USDA NRCS in 1956.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this earth dam is to serve as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, offering various recreational opportunities while also providing fire protection and stock or small fish pond benefits. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 500 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles.
Despite being a private structure, Wallace Hathcock Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the USACE and falls under Congressional District 04 of Alabama, represented by Robert B. Aderholt. The dam has a high hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam has not been inspected recently, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 35 feet, and it has the capacity to discharge up to 580 cubic feet per second.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wallace Hathcock Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities and wildlife habitat in the region. Its design and construction by the USDA NRCS showcase the collaboration between government agencies and private entities in managing water resources effectively. However, the dam's high hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and the preservation of the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAVAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
Wallace Hathcock Dam