Lake Bee Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Bee Dam, located in Dallas County, Alabama, is a private earth dam built in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, with a primary purpose beyond flood control.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans 900 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, inspection frequency, or emergency action plan preparedness.
The dam controls the flow of the Big Prairie stream and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway measuring 100 feet in width. While the dam is not regulated by the state and does not fall under its jurisdiction, it is situated within the Congressional District 07 of Alabama, represented by Terri A. Sewell. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 400 cfs, serving the community of Demopolis by providing water storage for irrigation and recreational use. Despite its age, Lake Bee Dam continues to function effectively, with no major modifications reported since its completion.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Lake Bee Dam to be an intriguing example of a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in water management in the region. With its unique design and historical significance, the dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between government agencies and private entities in ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in Alabama.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
BIG PRAIRIE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.22 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Lake Bee Dam