Lawson Lake No. 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
3 is a privately owned earth dam located in Limestone, Alabama, on TR-ROUND ISLAND CREEK. Built in 1961 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, offering irrigation and recreation opportunities. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 425 feet, it has a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Lawson Lake No. 3 has not been rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 36 feet, ensuring the safe discharge of water during high flow events. While lacking regular inspection and maintenance, it remains a vital structure for supporting fish and wildlife in the region.
As a key feature in the local ecosystem, Lawson Lake No. 3 stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. With its multiple purposes and the potential for recreational activities, this dam exemplifies the balance between human needs and environmental conservation in maintaining sustainable water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROUND ISLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Lawson Lake No. 3
Cowford Road Athens