Lightfoot Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mitchell Livingston Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lightfoot Dam, located in East Midway, Alabama, along the TR-Mountain Creek, was completed in 1970 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The earth dam has a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 23 feet, with a length of 525 feet. It has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 53 acre-feet. The dam is under private ownership and is not regulated or inspected by the state.
Despite its recreational focus, Lightfoot Dam is deemed to have a significant hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and there are no inundation maps prepared for emergency management. The dam is not associated with the US Army Corps of Engineers and does not have a designated risk assessment or management plan. Overall, the status of Lightfoot Dam suggests a need for increased attention to its safety and emergency preparedness measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the maintenance and management of dams, Lightfoot Dam presents a unique case study in private ownership and limited state oversight. With its significant hazard potential and lack of essential emergency protocols, the future of Lightfoot Dam raises questions about the importance of proactive risk assessment and management in ensuring the safety of water infrastructure. As efforts to address climate change continue to impact water resources, the need for comprehensive evaluation and maintenance of dams like Lightfoot Dam becomes increasingly crucial in safeguarding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
525 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al
|
133cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works
|
1710cfs |
Mulberry Creek At Jones Al
|
124cfs |
Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al
|
24cfs |
Coosa River At Childersburg Al
|
4070cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Lightfoot Dam