Curtis Williams Lake Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Curtis Williams Lake, located in North Brooksville, Alabama, is a privately owned reservoir built in 1958 for multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
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Summary
The dam, primarily constructed of earth, has a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 32 feet, with a length of 1200 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 120 acre-feet, serving as a significant water resource in the area.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Curtis Williams Lake is designated as having a significant hazard potential, although its condition has not been rated. The reservoir is primarily used for agricultural and recreational purposes, with a maximum discharge capacity of 640 cubic feet per second. While the dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment are currently not updated, the reservoir continues to provide essential water resources for the surrounding community.
Despite not being under state jurisdiction or regulation, Curtis Williams Lake plays a crucial role in providing water for fire protection, livestock, and recreational activities. With its picturesque location near TR Browns Creek, the reservoir offers a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates to appreciate and enjoy the beauty of Alabama's water resources.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
River Or Stream |
TR BROWNS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
32 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Curtis Williams Lake