Fresh Water Impoundment #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fresh Water Impoundment #2 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is a private water supply dam with a height of 50 feet and a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam, primarily constructed for water supply purposes, is classified as an earth dam with low hazard potential. Owned by a private entity, this impoundment is not regulated by the state and does not require state permitting, inspection, or enforcement.

Located in Brookwood, Alabama, Fresh Water Impoundment #2 is not under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency and is not subject to state permitting or inspection. The Mine Safety and Health Administration oversees the regulatory aspects of the dam, including inspections and operations. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment of the dam is currently not available, and there are no emergency action plans or risk assessment reports prepared for this impoundment.

With a lack of detailed information on the condition and risk assessment of Fresh Water Impoundment #2, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this dam intriguing due to its private ownership, minimal state regulation, and focus on water supply. The dam's location in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, and its moderate storage capacity make it a noteworthy feature in the local water infrastructure landscape. Further research and assessment of the dam's condition and emergency preparedness may provide valuable insights for those interested in the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience.

Dam Height

50

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

200

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

50
       
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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.