Harold Wise Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harold Wise Leo Williams
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Harold Wise Lake, also known as Wise Lake Number Two, is a private water resource located in Covington, Alabama, just outside the city of Kinston.
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Summary
This lake, completed in 1978, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock watering, and small fish pond cultivation. With a capacity of 89 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 64 acre-feet, the lake provides a reliable source of water for its surrounding area.
The dam at Harold Wise Lake is a gravity type structure with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 15 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the lake offers recreational opportunities for enthusiasts in the region. Situated on TR Flat Creek and managed by a private owner, this water resource is an essential component of the local ecosystem and serves as a valuable asset for the community.
With a maximum discharge capacity of 752 cubic feet per second, Harold Wise Lake ensures proper water management and flood control measures in place. The lake's condition assessment is currently rated as 'Not Rated', and it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. As a vital water resource in the area, it is crucial to monitor and maintain the lake's integrity to ensure its long-term sustainability and functionality for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
492 |
River Or Stream |
TR FLAT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
89 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pea River Near Samson Al
|
1490cfs |
Little Double Bridges Creek Nr Enterprise
|
10cfs |
Conecuh River Bel Pt A Dam Nr River Falls
|
1740cfs |
Conecuh River At River Falls
|
1730cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al
|
1050cfs |
Conecuh River At Brantley Al
|
482cfs |
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.
Harold Wise Lake