Upper Bear Creek Dam
Alabama — Marion County — BEAR CREEK
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Marion |
| River | BEAR CREEK |
| Coordinates | 34.27296, -87.69350 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 85 ft |
| Dam Height | 85 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,515 ft |
| NID Storage | 40,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 40,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,470 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 27, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Upper Bear Creek Reservoir |
Location Map
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.