Romine Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Romine Lake Dam, located in Madison, Alabama, was completed in 1966 and serves as a recreational water resource for the local community.


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Summary

The dam is privately owned and stands at a hydraulic height of 25 feet, with a length of 625 feet. It impounds Knox Creek, offering a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.

Despite its low hazard potential and not rated condition assessment, Romine Lake Dam provides essential storage capacity with a maximum of 103 acre-feet and normal storage of 67 acre-feet. The dam's design as an earth structure contributes to its stability and longevity. The surrounding area, including the city of Capshaw, benefits from the recreational opportunities and water supply provided by the dam.

Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Romine Lake Dam has not been subject to state regulation or inspection. However, its primary purpose of recreation and its minimal risk assessment indicate a well-maintained and safe structure. With its picturesque location and essential water storage capacity, Romine Lake Dam remains a valuable resource for both the local community and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

625

River Or Stream

KNOX CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

103

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.