Camp Cosby Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Camp Cosby, located in Clay, Alabama, is a private recreational facility situated along Turkey Creek.


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Summary

The dam at Camp Cosby is classified as an Earth dam, serving primarily for recreational purposes. While specific details such as dam height and volume are not provided, the dam is noted to have a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring.

Despite not being state regulated or permitted, Camp Cosby remains a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," suggesting a need for further evaluation to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With a hazard potential of high, it is crucial for the facility to have proper emergency action plans and risk management measures in place.

In the event of an emergency, it is important for Camp Cosby to have updated emergency contacts, prepared Emergency Action Plans (EAP), and inundation maps to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of visitors and the surrounding community. While the dam's risk assessment and management measures are not detailed in the data, these aspects are crucial for maintaining the facility's safety and functionality. As a popular recreational destination, Camp Cosby plays a vital role in providing outdoor enjoyment while also emphasizing the importance of responsible water resource management.

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TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hazard Potential

High
       
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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.