Sewage Lagoon Dam South Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 26, 2025

Sewage Lagoon Dam South, located in Moundville, Alabama, was completed in 1973 and serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.


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Summary

The dam, primarily owned by the local government, has a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet. It is classified as an Earth dam and is situated on TR-Cribbs Mill Creek, within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being categorized as having low hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no regular inspection schedule in place. However, with a maximum discharge capacity of 122 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a significant role in managing water flow and potential flooding in the region. The primary purpose of Sewage Lagoon Dam South is listed as "Other," indicating its importance in water management beyond traditional flood control.

As a key infrastructure in the area, Sewage Lagoon Dam South highlights the intersection of water resource management and environmental sustainability. Its location within Tuscaloosa County underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to ensure the safety and security of both water resources and the surrounding community. With no state jurisdiction or regulatory agency oversight, it is crucial for local authorities to prioritize the inspection and maintenance of the dam to mitigate any potential risks or hazards associated with its operation.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

2750

River Or Stream

TR-CRIBBS MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

104

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

16
       
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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.