Joe Glover Dam #7 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Joe Glover Dam #7, also known as Terry Place, is a privately owned earth dam located in Mt Herman Church, Alabama.


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Summary

Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along TR-SPARKS CREEK. Standing at a height of 12 feet and a length of 450 feet, it has a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 71 acre-feet.

Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it presents a moderate risk level due to its condition being currently unrated. The last inspection of the dam took place in 1979, with no recent updates on its condition assessment or emergency action plan. With a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge of 319 cubic feet per second, Joe Glover Dam #7 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, while also providing habitat for fish and wildlife.

Despite being privately owned, this dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the state of Alabama. With its strategic location and purpose, Joe Glover Dam #7 stands as a vital structure for water management and conservation efforts, contributing to the overall sustainability of the local ecosystem and climate resilience in the area.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

TR-SPARKS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.27

Nid Storage

106

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.