Tom Bevill Lock And Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

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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Summary

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
       
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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.