Ruell Snead Dam No. 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ruell Snead Dam No. 2 Jenkins No 3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ruell Snead Dam No.
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Summary
1, located in Mt. Carmel Church, Alabama, was completed in 1958 and is owned by a private entity. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 480 cubic feet per second. It stands at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 250 feet.
This earth dam on TR-Kenchelow Creek is deemed to have a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite being privately owned, the dam does not fall under any state jurisdiction or regulatory agency oversight. With no associated structures, the dam has not been modified over the years, and there are no emergency action plans or risk management measures in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ruell Snead Dam No. 1 offers a glimpse into the diverse landscape of dam infrastructure in Alabama. The dam's focus on recreation highlights the importance of balancing water management for both practical and leisure purposes. Its low hazard potential signifies a relatively stable structure, albeit without a recent condition assessment. As a privately owned entity, the dam's operations and maintenance are solely the responsibility of its owners, underscoring the need for proactive stewardship in safeguarding our water resources.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
250 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KENCHELOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Ruell Snead Dam No. 1