Morrison Brothers Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Morrison Brothers Dam, located in Hale, Alabama, was completed in 1966 and stands as a significant earth dam with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 21 feet.
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Summary
It serves as an offstream feature on Whitsitt Creek, offering a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 490 cubic feet per second. The dam's primary purpose is categorized as "Other," with a hazard potential deemed significant, although its condition assessment remains unrated.
Operated by a private entity, Morrison Brothers Dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation. Despite not being federally owned or funded, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the region. With a total length of 800 feet, the dam contributes to the overall water supply and environmental stability in the area.
As a notable structure in the Mobile District, Morrison Brothers Dam provides insights into the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and infrastructure development. Its presence underscores the importance of private involvement in maintaining and monitoring critical dams for the safety and sustainability of surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
800 |
River Or Stream |
WHITSITT CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
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