William Bacon Oliver Lock and Dam

Tuscaloosa County, Alabama (near Tuscaloosa)

River/Stream: Black Warrier

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
67 ft
Dam Length
1,200 ft
Reservoir Storage
13,800 acre-ft
Year Completed
1992
Primary Purpose
Navigation
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
52,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2023-06-14

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
AL01981
State
Alabama (AL)
Coordinates
33.20877, -87.59275
Age
34 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.