Edwards Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Talladega, Alabama, the Edwards dam, also known as Klein, was completed in 1964 primarily for recreational purposes on TR Fourmile Creek.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a length of 340 feet. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage of 31 acre-feet, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition.

The Edwards dam, managed by a private owner, is not regulated by the state and does not have any associated structures or federal agency involvement. Despite the lack of inspections and condition assessments, the dam poses a low risk and does not have an emergency action plan in place. With a maximum discharge of 950 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a recreational spot for the community of Boaz Corner and is surrounded by picturesque landscapes for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

340

River Or Stream

TR FOURMILE 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.