Mildred Warner Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mildred Warner Dam, also known as Lake Warner, is a private-owned structure located in Coker, Alabama.


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Summary

Built in 1956, the dam primarily serves for recreational purposes with a maximum storage capacity of 543 acre-feet and a normal storage of 498 acre-feet. The earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 29 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, spanning a length of 908 feet. The dam is situated on the Jay Creek Trib 5.1 stream, within the Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.

Despite its recreational focus, Mildred Warner Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." With no state regulatory jurisdiction over the dam, it is crucial that emergency preparedness measures are implemented and regularly updated to mitigate any potential risks. The dam has not been inspected recently, highlighting the importance of conducting frequent inspections and assessments to ensure its structural integrity and the safety of the surrounding community.

As part of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Mildred Warner Dam contributes to the overall water resource management in the area. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for the maintenance and safety of such structures to prevent any potential hazards and ensure the sustainable management of water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

908

River Or Stream

JAY CREEK TRIB 5.1

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

49

Hydraulic Height

29

Nid Storage

543

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

30
       
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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.