Tommy Ege Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Roy Shaw Dam W I Walker Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tommy Ege Dam, also known as Ege Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Cullman, Alabama, specifically in the city of WEST HOLLY POND.
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Summary
Built in 1966, this Earth-type dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond. With a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, the dam spans a length of 340 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet.
Situated on the HENDERSON BRANCH river, Tommy Ege Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The dam's primary purpose is to provide fire protection and support aquatic life in the area. Despite not being regulated by the state or federal agencies, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and contributes to the local ecosystem's sustainability.
Although lacking specific inspection and emergency preparedness data, Tommy Ege Dam remains a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Alabama. With its strategic location and storage capacity, the dam not only serves practical purposes but also highlights the importance of private-owned structures in contributing to climate resilience and water conservation efforts. As a key feature in the local landscape, the dam represents a harmonious blend of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
340 |
River Or Stream |
HENDERSON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Tommy Ege Dam