Kimbrell Number One Reservoir Report
Nearby: Baldwin Harley Marton #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kimbrell Number One is a privately owned dam located in Pickens, Alabama, along the TR-Fenache Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 16 feet and serves the primary purpose of recreation, with additional functions for water supply. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 140 cubic feet per second, Kimbrell Number One offers both low hazard potential and a risk assessment of "Not Rated."
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Kimbrell Number One has not been subjected to state regulation, inspection, or enforcement, making it largely self-governed in terms of its maintenance and operations. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures have not been evaluated, suggesting a potential area for improvement in its infrastructure readiness and response protocols. Despite its low hazard potential, further assessment and preparedness in these areas could enhance the safety and security of this recreational and water supply resource for the community.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kimbrell Number One presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in Alabama, showcasing the intersection of recreational usage and water supply functions. Its location along TR-Fenache Creek in Warsaw, Pickens County, underscores the importance of maintaining infrastructure standards in rural areas. As a dam with a history dating back to the late 1960s, Kimbrell Number One offers a glimpse into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by local communities in managing their water resources and recreational amenities.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FENACHE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Kimbrell Number One