Yielding Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Yielding Lake Dam in Shelby, Alabama, is a privately owned structure built for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 50 feet and has a hydraulic height of 43 feet. It has a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 4000 cubic feet per second. Located in the city of Vandiver South, the dam is situated on the Bob Hood Branch, managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Although the dam is not federally regulated, its significant hazard potential indicates the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its risk assessment and management measures are not specified. Despite these uncertainties, Yielding Lake Dam remains a captivating site for water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering recreational opportunities in a picturesque setting.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
225 |
River Or Stream |
BOB HOOD BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
50 |
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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.
Yielding Lake Dam