American Can Company Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 18, 2025
The American Can Company Dam, located in Oakchia, Alabama, along the TR-Cotohaga Creek, was completed in 1960 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a structural height of 9 feet with a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a length of 850 feet. With a NID storage capacity of 53 acre-feet, it serves as a low hazard potential structure with a condition assessment that is currently not rated. Despite being privately owned, the dam does not fall under state regulation or jurisdiction.
Owned by a private entity, the American Can Company Dam offers recreational opportunities for visitors in the Sumter County area. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 175 cubic feet per second, providing a safe environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. While the dam has not been inspected recently and its emergency action plan status is unknown, the structure's risk management measures and inundation maps have not been explicitly detailed.
Congressional District 07's representative, Terri A. Sewell, oversees the American Can Company Dam, which lies within the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its serene location and ample storage capacity, this dam contributes to the local community's recreational and environmental well-being. While more information is needed regarding its safety measures and emergency preparedness, the dam remains a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
850 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTOHAGA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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.
American Can Company Dam