Hardin Reservoir Report
Nearby: Camp Sequoyah Estess
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hardin is a private dam located in Etowah, Alabama, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Constructed in 1943, this gravity dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on TR Black Creek, Hardin serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding while also providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Despite its age, Hardin has a low hazard potential and is currently in a condition that has not been rated. With a maximum discharge of 48 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region. While it may not be under state regulation or inspection, Hardin remains a vital infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in the area.
Overall, Hardin serves as a key asset in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the safety of the community in Brice, Alabama. Its strategic location on TR Black Creek, along with its gravity design and storage capacity, highlights its importance in maintaining water resources and climate resilience in the region. As a privately owned structure, Hardin stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts needed to safeguard against natural disasters and protect the environment for future generations.
Year Completed |
1943 |
Dam Length |
95 |
River Or Stream |
TR BLACK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Hardin