Pruitt & Lacoste #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ennis Tartt Hinley Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Pruitt & Lacoste #1 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Livingston, Alabama, along the TR-SUCARNOOCHEE RV.
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Summary
Constructed in 1986 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with additional purposes including Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, and Recreation. The dam stands at a height of 22.4 feet and has a length of 615 feet, providing a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet and a surface area of 10.4 acres.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, Pruitt & Lacoste #1 carries a moderate risk assessment due to its location and characteristics. The dam has not been inspected since its completion in 1986, with a condition assessment currently listed as "Not Rated." While an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is not currently prepared, the dam's risk management measures and inundation maps are also not updated, raising potential concerns for its long-term safety and emergency response capabilities.
With its scenic location and multiple purposes, Pruitt & Lacoste #1 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As discussions surrounding dam safety and risk management continue to evolve, this dam serves as a valuable example of the importance of ongoing inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness for earth dams across the country.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
615 |
Dam Height |
22.4 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUCARNOOCHEE RV. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Pruitt & Lacoste #1