Paulk Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Paulk Pond, located in Bullock, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of enhancing biodiversity.
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Summary
Built in 1979, this Earth dam stands at 20 feet high and spans 400 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. The pond serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, in addition to its main focus on supporting local wildlife.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Paulk Pond is a well-maintained structure that poses minimal danger to its surrounding area. While not currently rated for condition assessment, the pond has not required any major modifications since its completion. The spillway, measuring 100 feet in width, ensures controlled water release in case of overflow, while the dam's location along TR-BUGHALL CREEK contributes to its ecological significance in the region.
Despite its private ownership, Paulk Pond plays a crucial role in conservation efforts and wildlife management in the area. With its strategic design and sustainable management practices, this pond stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human development and environmental preservation in the context of water resource and climate conservation.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUGHALL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
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.
Paulk Pond