Henderson Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Henderson Lake Dam in Mt Olive Church, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1965 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 400 feet. It has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, with normal storage at 42 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-MILL CREEK and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being privately owned, Henderson Lake Dam is considered to have significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. It does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and there are no inspection records available. The dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated or inspected by any state agency. With a maximum discharge of 30 cubic feet per second, the dam poses a potential risk to downstream areas in case of a failure.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Henderson Lake Dam an intriguing subject for further study due to its recreational purpose, lack of regulatory oversight, and potential hazard. The dam's historical significance as a structure built for leisure activities and its location on TR-MILL CREEK in Bullock County, Alabama, add to its appeal for those interested in the intersection of water management, infrastructure, and environmental risks. Further research and analysis could shed light on the dam's current condition, safety measures, and the potential impact of its failure on the surrounding area.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

400

River Or Stream

TR-MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

18
       
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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.