Golden Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Golden, also known as Rocking H Ranch, is a private recreational dam located in St.


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Summary

Clair, Alabama. Built in 1957, this earth dam on TR Canoe Creek stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Golden offers a serene location for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy nature.

Situated in the Springville Estates area, Golden is owned privately and is not regulated or inspected by the state of Alabama. Despite its limited infrastructure and lack of official oversight, this dam provides a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking outdoor recreation. With its close proximity to the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Golden offers a glimpse into the unique intersection of human-made structures and natural water resources in the region.

Featuring a spillway width of 0 feet and a maximum discharge of 150 cubic feet per second, Golden presents a harmonious blend of human engineering and environmental stewardship. While the dam's specific risk assessment and management measures are not fully documented, its historical significance and recreational value make it a noteworthy destination for those interested in water resource management and climate-related activities.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

TR CANOE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.