North Valley View Lake Dam, located in Shelby County, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1969.
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With a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. Situated on Bear Creek tributary, the dam has a significant hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment.
Although not regulated by the state, the dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its lack of recent inspection and assessment data, North Valley View Lake Dam continues to be a crucial structure in the area, providing not only recreational opportunities but also playing a role in flood control and water resource management. With its picturesque location and significant storage capacity, this dam is a key feature in the local landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
TR.BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
25 |