Steiner Lake Dam

TR-HORSE CREEK· Tuscaloosa, Alabama· Built 1958· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Steiner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,462 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDAL01127

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, 1980
State Regulated: No

Ownership

W E STEINER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steiner Lake Dam?

Steiner Lake 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 Steiner Lake Dam?

Steiner Lake Dam is owned by W E STEINER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Steiner Lake Dam built?

Steiner Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Steiner Lake Dam?

Steiner Lake 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 Steiner Lake Dam?

Steiner Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Steiner Lake Dam last inspected?

Steiner Lake Dam was last inspected on September 12, 1980. 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.