Dial Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Factory Creek W/S Dam Site 7 Hwest
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dial Dam, also known as R J Dial Pond, is a privately owned structure located in Sumterville, Alabama.
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Summary
Constructed in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along the Sucarnoochee River. With a height of 17 feet and a length of 725 feet, Dial Dam has a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 82 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Dial Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 100 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 500 cubic feet per second. The dam has not been inspected since March 1982, but is currently rated as "Not Rated" for condition assessment, suggesting a need for further evaluation to ensure its safety and functionality.
Located in Congressional District 07, Alabama, Dial Dam poses important considerations for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a critical infrastructure supporting fish and wildlife habitats, its maintenance and risk management measures are essential to preserve the ecosystem and prevent potential hazards in the region.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
725 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
SUCARNOOCHEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
185 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Dial Dam