Youngblood Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harold Freeman Pond Milton Carter
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Youngblood is a private recreational dam located in Pike, Alabama, specifically on Youngblood Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1945, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 15 feet and a hydraulic height of 14 feet, with a length of 660 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 124 acre-feet and a total storage of 182 acre-feet, Youngblood serves as a low-hazard dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Youngblood offers a serene getaway spot for water enthusiasts in the area. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment and lacks emergency action plans and risk management measures. With a maximum discharge capacity of 5590 cubic feet per second, Youngblood provides essential recreational opportunities while also posing the need for improved safety measures and monitoring.
In the picturesque setting of Youngblood, visitors can enjoy various water activities while being surrounded by the natural beauty of Alabama. As climate change impacts water resources across the region, it is crucial for dam owners and regulatory agencies to prioritize the safety and maintenance of structures like Youngblood to ensure sustainable enjoyment of these valuable assets for future generations.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
660 |
River Or Stream |
YOUNGBLOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
182 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Youngblood