Highland Lake #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Highland Lake #1 is a private water resource located in Shelby, Alabama, specifically in the city of Chelsea.


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Summary

This recreational dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 11 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam is situated on the TR-North Fork Yellowleaf Creek Tributary 1 and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Highland Lake #1 is classified as having a high hazard potential, indicating the need for careful monitoring and maintenance. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and inspection frequency is currently at zero. Emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated, raising concerns about the readiness of response measures in case of an unforeseen event. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about the state of Highland Lake #1 and advocate for proper management and safety protocols to ensure its longevity and continued recreational use.

Dam Length

750

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

TR-NORTH FORK YELLOWLEAF CREEK TRIBUTARY 1

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

11

Nid Storage

134

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

23
       
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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.