Thorton No 5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thorton No 6 Thorton No 3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Thorton No 5 is a privately owned earth dam located in Etowah, Alabama, near MAYES CROSSROADS.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. It has a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 10 feet, with a total length of 671 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 25 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential, Thorton No 5 is not currently rated for its condition assessment. The dam has a maximum discharge of 130 cubic feet per second, providing adequate protection for the surrounding area in case of emergencies. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, its location on TR DRY CREEK still plays a vital role in the local water resource management.
Overall, Thorton No 5 represents a significant contribution to water resource management in Alabama. While improvements may be needed in terms of inspection frequency and emergency preparedness, the dam continues to serve its primary purposes effectively. With its low hazard potential and adequate storage capacity, Thorton No 5 remains an essential structure for fire protection, stock, and recreational activities in the area.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
671 |
River Or Stream |
TR DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Thorton No 5