Lake Harris Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Harris Dam is a vital structure located in Holt, Alabama, along Yellow Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1929, this arch-type dam serves as a water supply source for the area, with a maximum storage capacity of 3,526 acre-feet. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 54 feet and a structural height of 58 feet, stretching across 696 feet in length. Despite its age, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.

Managed by the local government, Lake Harris Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in Tuscaloosa County. The dam has not undergone any major modifications over the years and does not fall under state regulation or inspection. With a primary purpose of water supply, the dam's construction was completed by the Alabama agency in charge, with no federal agency involvement in ownership, funding, design, construction, regulation, inspection, or operations.

Lake Harris Dam may not be a widely recognized structure, but its significance in providing water supply to the community cannot be understated. Its location along Yellow Creek and its relatively low hazard potential make it a valuable asset in the region's water resource infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Lake Harris will be crucial in ensuring a sustainable water supply for the future.

Year Completed

1929

Dam Length

696

River Or Stream

YELLOW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Arch

Hydraulic Height

54

Nid Storage

3526

Structural Height

58

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

58
       
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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.
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