Bridges Reservoir Report
Nearby: J T Conner Ha Vaughn Jr No 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bridges is a privately owned recreational dam located on TR Persimmon Creek in Macon, Alabama.
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Summary
Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 22 feet and has a hydraulic height of 16 feet. With a capacity of 240 acre-feet, Bridges provides recreational opportunities for the community in Fort Hull Church.
Despite being privately owned, Bridges has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction, regulation, permitting, inspection, or enforcement. With a maximum discharge of 1131 cubic feet per second, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and does not have any associated locks or outlets.
Located in Congressional District 03, Alabama, Bridges is an essential part of the local landscape and offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities. While its condition assessment may be unknown, its low hazard potential and recreational benefits make it a valuable asset to the community.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
700 |
River Or Stream |
TR PERSIMMON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Bridges