Mud Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mud Lake Dam, also known as Gallant Lake or Mud Pond Dam, is a private recreational structure located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.


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Summary

Built in 1949, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a length of 600 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding Gallant Branch river and stream.

With a maximum storage capacity of 103 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 960 cubic feet per second, Mud Lake Dam provides a low hazard potential for the community. Despite not being state regulated, inspected, or enforced, the dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated" with no specified emergency action plan in place.

This picturesque dam serves as a peaceful retreat for locals and visitors alike, offering a tranquil environment for outdoor activities and wildlife observation. While its risk assessment and management measures remain unspecified, Mud Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of preserving and enjoying our natural water resources in a responsible and sustainable manner.

Year Completed

1949

Dam Length

600

River Or Stream

GALLANT BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

103

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

24
       
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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.