Lewis Lawson Dam No.5 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Lewis Lawson Dam No.5, located in Hale, Alabama, was completed in 1970 and serves as a recreational water resource along the TR-Big Prairie Creek.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, offering a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet. The dam boasts a significant hazard potential, making it a key structure in the region's water management system.
Managed by a private owner, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but its importance in providing recreational opportunities to the local community cannot be understated. Despite its age, Lewis Lawson Dam No.5 continues to be a vital component in the conservation and utilization of water resources in the area. With a maximum discharge capacity of 700 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply management.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and patterns, Lewis Lawson Dam No.5 stands as a testament to the need for sustainable water management practices. With its location in the Mobile District and within Congressional District 07 of Alabama, this dam represents a blend of natural beauty and human engineering, offering a glimpse into the intricate relationship between water resources and climate dynamics.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG PRAIRIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Lewis Lawson Dam No.5