Lake Tina Dam

TR-BLACK WARRIOR RIVER· Tuscaloosa, Alabama· Built 1971· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Tina Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 56% in AL)
Dam Length262 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge203 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDAL01452

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 12, 1978
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DURELL SMELSER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Tina Dam?

Lake Tina Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Tina Dam?

Lake Tina Dam is owned by DURELL SMELSER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Tina Dam built?

Lake Tina Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Tina Dam?

Lake Tina Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Tina Dam?

Lake Tina Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Lake Tina Dam last inspected?

Lake Tina Dam was last inspected on September 12, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.