Chapman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Burge Lake Dam W D Harrigan Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Chapman Lake Dam, located in the Hebron Church Community of Clarke, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1960 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, the dam stands at a length of 320 feet and has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-BOB BRANCH river and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District USACE.
Although the dam is primarily used for recreation, it is classified as having a significant hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition. Despite this, the dam has not been inspected recently, and no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared or updated. With its close proximity to the river, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, providing storage and regulating discharge. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change should keep a close eye on Chapman Lake Dam for any updates or developments in its maintenance and management.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
320 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOB BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Chapman Lake Dam