Raynagua Reservoir Report
Nearby: Paul Childress Lake Dam Childress Dam
Last Updated: March 1, 2026
Raynagua is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Baldwin County, Alabama, specifically in Clay City.
Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 17 feet and spans 525 feet in length. It serves as a habitat for various wildlife species and offers recreational opportunities for visitors. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 197 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 404 acre-feet, with a drainage area of 1.09 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Raynagua has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 106 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 550 cfs. The dam is not state-regulated and has not been inspected or assessed for its condition, emergency action plan, or risk management measures. While it may not have a high risk profile, the potential for moderate risks should prompt further evaluation and monitoring to ensure the safety and functionality of this water resource in the future.
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Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
PERONE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.09 |
Nid Storage |
404 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Raynagua