Alva Caine #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Alva Caine #1 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Dallas County, Alabama, along the TR-BEAR CREEK river.


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Summary

Built in 1990 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond, as well as providing irrigation water. With a height of 13 feet and a length of 1500 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 189.4 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Alva Caine #1 poses a moderate risk, with a Risk Assessment rating of 3. The dam's condition has not been rated, and it has not been inspected since its completion in 1990. While it does not have a State jurisdiction or permitting requirements, the dam is not regulated or inspected by any State agency. Additionally, there are no Emergency Action Plans in place, and the dam does not meet EAP guidelines or have inundation maps prepared.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Alva Caine #1 presents an interesting case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its unique combination of purposes, including fish and wildlife habitat creation and irrigation water provision, the dam's potential impact on the surrounding environment and communities warrants further attention. Monitoring the dam's condition, implementing risk management measures, and preparing for potential emergencies are crucial steps to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital water resource infrastructure in Alabama.

Year Completed

1990

Dam Length

1500

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-BEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.11

Nid Storage

189.4

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

13
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.