Samford Bros No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Samford Bros No 2 is a privately owned dam located in Lee, Alabama, specifically in the city of Griffin Mill.


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Summary

Built in 1954, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 19 feet and serves the primary purposes of recreation and water supply. With a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, this dam on the TR-PHELPS CREEK has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for condition assessment.

Despite not being regulated by the state and having no associated inspection or enforcement, Samford Bros No 2 provides essential storage for water supply and recreational opportunities in the area. The dam has a hydraulic height of 14 feet and spans a length of 330 feet, with a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge rate of 720 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Although lacking detailed information on risk assessment, emergency action plans, and inundation maps, Samford Bros No 2 remains an important asset in the Mobile District of Alabama. As a key structure for water management and recreational activities, this dam showcases the intersection of human infrastructure with natural resources, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

330

River Or Stream

TR-PHELPS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

19

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

19
       
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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.