Schmitt Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Schmitt Dam, located in North Winburn, Alabama, along the TR.Shoal Creek, was completed in 1968 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This privately-owned dam stands at a structural height of 32 feet and has a hydraulic height of 28 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and is classified as an earth dam. With a significant hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it remains a crucial component for water resource management in the region.

Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, Schmitt Dam plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 360 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective flood control measures for the area. While the dam's emergency action plan is not currently rated, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region. Through ongoing monitoring and maintenance, Schmitt Dam continues to serve as a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

250

River Or Stream

TR.SHOAL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

32

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

32
       
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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.