Lakeland Farms Dam Number Five Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Lakeland Farms Dam Number Five is a privately owned earth dam located in Vaiden North, Perry County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this dam is situated on the TR-Washington Creek and has a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 16 feet. With a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, it serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other", making it a significant water resource in the area.
Despite being privately owned, Lakeland Farms Dam Number Five is not regulated or inspected by the state of Alabama. It has a hazard potential categorized as "Significant" and is currently assessed as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and there is limited information available regarding risk assessment and management measures for potential emergencies.
With its location in a region that may be prone to climate-related challenges, such as flooding or drought, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Lakeland Farms Dam Number Five to be an intriguing case study. The lack of regulatory oversight and emergency preparedness highlights the importance of proper dam maintenance and risk assessment to ensure the safety and integrity of water infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
645 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHINGTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Lakeland Farms Dam Number Five