Dubose Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Yates Dam William D. Rowland
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Dubose Dam, located in Lamar County, Alabama, was completed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS and serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Browns Mill Creek in the East Suburb Crossville area, within the Mobile District of Alabama.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Dubose Dam has not been inspected since 1979 and is currently not rated for its condition. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide essential functions such as fire protection, stock watering, and recreational opportunities. While not under state jurisdiction or regulation, the dam's purpose as a wildlife habitat and water source underscores its importance in the local ecosystem.
Although Dubose Dam may not be subject to frequent inspections or regulatory oversight, its role as a water resource for the community and its surrounding wildlife remains vital. As climate change impacts water availability and quality, sustainable management of dams like Dubose becomes increasingly crucial. The dam's history, design, and purpose as a fish and wildlife habitat highlight the interconnectedness of water resources and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BROWNS MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
64 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Dubose Dam