Huff Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sumatanga Larry Jenkins
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Huff, also known as Gilland, is a privately owned recreational dam located in Steele, Alabama, along the Little Canoe Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1955, this Earth-type dam stands at 15 feet high with a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a length of 350 feet. It has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 33 acre-feet, making it a low hazard potential structure with a condition assessment of "Not Rated."
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Huff serves primarily for recreational purposes and does not fall under state regulation or jurisdiction. Although it has not been inspected recently, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unknown. Despite its lack of recent evaluations, the dam remains a popular spot for outdoor activities and water resource enthusiasts in St. Clair County, Alabama.
With its picturesque location and historical significance, Huff provides a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature and the benefits of water resources. While its current condition assessment is not available, the dam's role in providing recreational opportunities along the Little Canoe Creek highlights the importance of maintaining and preserving such water structures for future generations to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CANOE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Huff