Odess Lake Dam, also known as Lake Lenora Dam, is a private earth dam located in the Shelby County of Alabama.
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Completed in 1955, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. Situated in THE NARROWS COMMUNITY, the dam holds back TR.COOPER BRANCH and has a structural height of 30 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet.
Managed by private owners, Odess Lake Dam is significant in terms of hazard potential, categorized as having a significant risk level. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. The dam does not have a spillway type or outlet gates, and its inspection frequency is listed as 0.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Odess Lake Dam presents an interesting case study of a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes. With its location in Alabama and its significant hazard potential, this dam highlights the importance of proper management and maintenance of such structures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment. Further research and monitoring of Odess Lake Dam's condition and risk assessment may provide valuable insights for ongoing water resource management efforts.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
150 |
River Or Stream |
TR.COOPER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |