Brittain Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Williams Dam J.H. Montgomery Iii No.1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brittain Dam, located in Greene, Alabama, along TR-Tubbs Creek, was completed in 1993 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This private earth dam serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other" and stands at a height of 18 feet with a length of 1000 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 79.1 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 53.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 16 feet wide, and it has a low hazard potential rating.
Despite being a privately owned dam, Brittain Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Alabama and is not subject to state regulations, inspections, or permitting. The dam's risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, with a DSAC assignment date and no assigned risk characterization summary. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Overall, Brittain Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of private ownership, regulatory oversight, and risk management in the context of dam infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TUBBS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
79.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Brittain Dam