Scott Paper Co Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Escatawpa, Alabama, the Scott Paper CO Dam is a privately-owned structure built in 1965 primarily for recreational purposes along the TR-Escatawpa River.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, this earth dam spans 505 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and being in good condition, the dam has not been regularly inspected or assessed for risk.

While the dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, it is situated within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are currently unknown, suggesting potential gaps in preparedness and response strategies. With its picturesque location and ample storage capacity, the Scott Paper CO Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources for both recreational and safety purposes in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

505

River Or Stream

TR-ESCATAWPA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

52

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

14
       
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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.