Lee Hart Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lee Hart Dam, also known as Hart Lake, is a private dam located in South Cullman, Alabama, along TR Eight Mile Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1954, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, with a length of 500 feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond, as well as providing recreational opportunities.
With a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet, Lee Hart Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite being privately owned, the dam's primary purpose of fire protection and water storage benefits the local community. It is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected recently, but it continues to play a vital role in the water resource management of the area.
Situated in Congressional District 04 of Alabama, Lee Hart Dam is a key structure in the region's water infrastructure. While it may not be as well-known as other dams, its contribution to water supply, recreation, and environmental conservation make it an important asset for both the local community and water resource enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
TR EIGHT MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Structural Height |
20 |
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.
Lee Hart Dam