Auburn Farm Pond No S-8 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Auburn Farm Pond No S-8, located in Lee County, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam structure completed in 1947 for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.


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Summary

With a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet, the pond serves as a valuable water resource for the community of Macons Mill. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 9 feet and a structural height of 12 feet, with a length of 400 feet along TR-LOBLOCKEE CREEK.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Auburn Farm Pond No S-8 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam is not state-regulated and does not require permitting, inspection, or enforcement by any regulatory agency. However, with a maximum discharge capacity of 44 cubic feet per second, it is important to monitor the structural integrity of the dam to ensure its continued safety and functionality. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to stay informed about the status of Auburn Farm Pond No S-8 and advocate for responsible management practices to protect this valuable water source.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

400

River Or Stream

TR-LOBLOCKEE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

63

Structural Height

12

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.