Hinley Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Hinley Dam, also known as Hinley Pond, is a private dam located in Sumter, Alabama, along the Noxubee River.
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Summary
Built in 1983 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 1500 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, it serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife conservation, fire protection, and recreation.
The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 150 feet, and despite being designated as a significant hazard potential, its condition is currently not rated. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a risk level of 3. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, it remains a key feature in the area's water resource management and ecosystem protection.
Located in Congressional District 07, Alabama, Hinley Dam plays a crucial role in supporting the local environment and providing recreational opportunities for the community. Despite its age, the dam continues to offer valuable water storage and wildlife habitat benefits, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure its long-term sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
NOXEBEE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Drainage Area |
1.56 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Hinley Dam