Ledbetter Lake Dam Number 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Shelby, Alabama, Ledbetter Lake Dam Number 2 is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1961 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 31 feet and a structural height of 35 feet, this dam sits on the TR.BEAR CREEK river and has a maximum storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. The dam is also equipped with a spillway capable of discharging up to 900 cubic feet per second.
Despite not being state regulated or permitted, Ledbetter Lake Dam Number 2 is classified as having a significant hazard potential. While its condition has not been formally rated, the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the safety and maintenance of this dam to prevent any potential risks or emergencies. Overall, Ledbetter Lake Dam Number 2 serves as a recreational asset in the area, but its condition and hazard potential warrant close attention and monitoring.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
450 |
River Or Stream |
TR.BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Ledbetter Lake Dam Number 2