Little Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Little Reservoir Dam, located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a significant structure primarily used for water supply purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1941, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 38 feet and a structural height of 40 feet, with a length of 350 feet. It has a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 95 cubic feet per second. The dam is situated on the TR-Black Warrior River and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District.

Despite its age, Little Reservoir Dam has not been rated for its condition, and there is no inspection frequency listed. However, it is classified as having a significant hazard potential. The emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and risk management measures are also not specified in the available data. With Terri A. Sewell serving as the representative for the area, the dam remains a vital asset for the Riverview community, ensuring a stable water supply for its residents.

Year Completed

1941

Dam Length

350

River Or Stream

TR-BLACK WARRIOR RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

38

Nid Storage

106

Structural Height

40

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

40
       
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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.
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