Charob Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Charob Lake Dam, located in Shelby, Alabama, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, the earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 100 feet, with a storage capacity of 296 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-N Fork Yellowleaf Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the USACE.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Charob Lake Dam has not been inspected since August 1979 and is currently in a condition that is not rated. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled and has a width of 30 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 900 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area offers recreational opportunities, enhancing the wildlife habitat and providing a surface area of 17 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Charob Lake Dam for its role in supporting fish and wildlife populations, as well as its contribution to recreational activities in the region. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, its low hazard potential suggests a stable structure that continues to serve its intended purposes effectively. As a privately owned facility, Charob Lake Dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private entities and government agencies in promoting sustainable water management practices and environmental conservation efforts.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

100

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-N FORK YELLOWLEAF CK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17

Drainage Area

0.88

Nid Storage

296

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.