Guy Roberts Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Chulavista Dam Paul Rigsby Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Guy Roberts Dam, located in Hartselle, Alabama, was completed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital resource for fish and wildlife in the area.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth dam stands at 13 feet high and stretches 842 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet. While primarily designated for Fish and Wildlife Pond purposes, the dam also caters to Fire Protection, Stock, and Recreation needs.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Guy Roberts Dam is a well-maintained structure along the TR-FLINT CREEK river. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, the dam's construction and operations are overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The spillway, measuring 42 feet in width, ensures controlled water discharge with a maximum capacity of 400 cubic feet per second, enhancing safety measures for the surrounding environment.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Guy Roberts Dam stands as a testament to effective ecosystem management and conservation efforts in Alabama. Its contribution to sustaining local fish and wildlife populations, coupled with recreational opportunities, showcases the importance of such structures in maintaining a healthy and thriving natural habitat. As a privately owned entity, the dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between government agencies and private stakeholders in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
842 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FLINT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
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