Little Bear Creek Dam

Alabama — Franklin County — LITTLE BEAR CREEK

Location

StateAlabama
CountyFranklin
RiverLITTLE BEAR CREEK
Coordinates34.45457, -87.97573

Physical Characteristics

NID Height89 ft
Dam Height84 ft
Dam Length2,425 ft
NID Storage52,500 acre-ft
Max Storage52,500 acre-ft
Surface Area1,300 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 28, 2025
Inspection Frequency1.25

Dam Information

Year Completed1975
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerTVA
Other NameLittle Bear Creek Reservoir

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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