Hwest Reservoir Report
Nearby: Larry Bell Pond Dam Dial Dam
Last Updated: January 27, 2026
Hwest, located in Gainesville, Alabama, is a private Fish and Wildlife Pond constructed in 1996 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This Earth dam stands at a height of 22.7 feet and has a storage capacity of 133.6 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 79 acre-feet. The dam spans 430 feet in length and has a drainage area of 0.18 square miles, with a maximum discharge rate of 18.5 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Hwest has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and measures 50 feet in width. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it is not subject to state regulation or inspection. Hwest serves as a vital resource for fish and wildlife in the area, contributing to the conservation efforts of the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
22.7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-QUILBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
133.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
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15cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
7820cfs |
Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al
|
61100cfs |
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al
|
3260cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
3610cfs |
Black Warrior River At Selden L & D Near Eutaw
|
44600cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hwest