Baldwin Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kimbrell Number One Harley Marton #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Baldwin Dam, located in Pickens, Alabama, along the Tombigbee-Offstream river, was completed in 1967 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. With a length of 775 feet, the dam serves as a low hazard structure with a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Baldwin Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Although not regulated or permitted by the state, the dam provides a recreational outlet for locals and visitors alike. With a maximum discharge capacity of 420 cubic feet per second and minimal risk associated with the structure, Baldwin Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
While not currently assessed for emergency preparedness measures, Baldwin Dam poses a low risk to the surrounding community. With no established emergency action plan in place, the dam's management and risk assessment measures are yet to be fully defined. Despite these factors, Baldwin Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human engineering and natural resources, offering a recreational oasis in the heart of Alabama's waterways.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
775 |
River Or Stream |
TOMBIGBEE-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Baldwin