Tom Bevill Lock and Dam, also known as Aliceville Lake, is a federal-owned structure located in Pickens County, Alabama, along the Tombigbee River.
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Built in 1979 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this gravity dam serves primarily for navigation purposes, with a length of 1300 feet and a hydraulic height of 51 feet. The dam also offers recreational opportunities, covering a surface area of 8300 acres and providing a maximum storage capacity of 60,400 acre-feet.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is subject to regular inspections and risk management measures by the US Army Corps of Engineers to ensure its structural integrity and reduce flood risks. Emergency action plans and inundation maps are in place, although improvements are ongoing to meet guidelines and enhance public awareness. With a risk assessment of "Very High (1)," the dam remains a critical component of water resource management in the region, balancing the need for navigation, recreation, and flood control in a dynamic environment influenced by weather events and water release management.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
River Or Stream |
TOMBIGBEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
8300 |
Length Of Locks |
600 |
Hydraulic Height |
51 |
Drainage Area |
5750 |
Nid Storage |
60400 |
Structural Height |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
75 |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
3840cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
615cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
1280cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
2220cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2410cfs |
Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al
|
8870cfs |