Valley View Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Valley View Lake Dam, located in Shelby, Alabama, was completed in 1959 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, with a length of 300 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 48 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 50 acre-feet, the dam is a significant feature in the area, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and water recreation.

The dam, situated on TR.BEAR CREEK, falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of Alabama and is not regulated by the state. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and emergency action plans are yet to be prepared. Valley View Lake Dam, in Congressional District 06, Alabama, offers a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy nature, with its pristine waters and surrounding landscapes. As a crucial resource for the community, efforts to ensure its safety and maintenance will be vital for the continued enjoyment of this recreational area.

With its rich history dating back to the late 1950s, Valley View Lake Dam stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity and the importance of water resource management. As water levels fluctuate and climate patterns evolve, the dam remains a key feature in the region, providing not only recreational opportunities but also serving as a potential source of irrigation and flood control. For water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike, Valley View Lake Dam presents a unique opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human infrastructure with natural resources, highlighting the delicate balance required to sustainably manage water systems in a changing environment.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

TR.BEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

18
       
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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.