Riverview Diversion Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Riverview Diversion Dam, also known as Crowhop, is a captivating structure located in Valley, Alabama, along the Chattahoochee River.


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Summary

Built in 1920, this masonry dam stands at a height of 12.3 feet and spans a length of 994 feet. With a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation, the dam also serves recreational activities in the area.

Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Riverview Diversion Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam has a storage capacity of 215 acre-feet and can discharge a maximum of 111,400 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is not available, but it undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.

The surrounding area, including Harris County, Georgia, benefits from the water resource management provided by Riverview Diversion Dam. As a significant feature along the Chattahoochee River, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting both the local community and the environment, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

994

Dam Height

12.3

River Or Stream

Chattahoochee

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

23.5

Drainage Area

3660

Nid Storage

215

Structural Height

12.3

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

12
       
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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.
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