Rotch And Cassidy Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rotch and Cassidy is a private recreational dam located in DeKalb, Alabama, along the TR Yellow Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a length of 330 feet. It has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of recreation. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers but is not federally owned or regulated.

Despite its low hazard potential, Rotch and Cassidy has not been rated for its condition assessment. It does not have an emergency action plan in place, and there is limited data available on its risk assessment and management measures. The dam has not been modified over the years and has not undergone recent inspections. This lack of information raises questions about the preparedness of the dam in case of emergencies or unforeseen events.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Rotch and Cassidy an interesting case study in dam infrastructure management and safety measures. The dam's location in a recreational area along the TR Yellow Creek highlights the importance of balancing human enjoyment with the need for proper maintenance and risk assessment. As climate change impacts water resources, understanding the condition and management of structures like Rotch and Cassidy becomes crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water systems in the future.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

330

River Or Stream

TR YELLOW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

120

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

28
       
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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.