Morgans Pond dam
Morgans Pond
Morgans Pond, also known as Morgan Dam, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Conecuh, Alabama. Constructed in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 550 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.06 square miles, Morgans Pond serves as a vital habitat for local wildlife and a recreational spot for visitors.
Despite being privately owned, Morgans Pond is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Alabama. The dam's spillway, with a width of 52 feet, is designed as uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 928 cubic feet per second. With a hazard potential rated as high and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the condition of Morgans Pond is currently not rated, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Morgans Pond offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of human infrastructure, environmental conservation, and recreational enjoyment. With its rich history, diverse ecosystem, and important role in wildlife preservation, Morgans Pond stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in ensuring a harmonious coexistence between man and nature in the face of changing climate dynamics.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Morgans Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Murder Creek Near Evergreen Al | 99 cfs | → |
| Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al | 155 cfs | → |
| Burnt Corn Creek At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton | 31 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek At State Hwy 41 At Brewton | 181 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At River Falls | 587 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton | 625 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Morgans Pond.
Boat launches
- Us 31 Conecuh County
- Us 84 Conecuh County
- Conecuh County 42 Conecuh County
- Bull Slough Road 2298, Conecuh County
- Bradley Road Escambia County
- River Road, Brewton
Track Morgans Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Morgans Pond
Where does the data for Morgans Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Morgans Pond.