Croker Lake Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Croker Lake, located in Marengo, Alabama, is a captivating water resource managed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1957, this Earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 780 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. While the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition, it serves as a critical habitat for various wildlife species in the region.
The lake is fed by the TR-DRY CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Its maximum discharge capacity is 180 cubic feet per second, with an uncontrolled spillway width of 36 feet. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its risk assessment is considered moderate, emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures. Overall, Croker Lake serves as a valuable resource for both water conservation and wildlife preservation in the region, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Croker Lake