Herman Gibson No 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Herman Gibson Spears Rhodes Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Herman Gibson No 2 is a privately owned dam located in Montgomery, Alabama, specifically in the vicinity of Morning Star Church.
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Summary
Built in 1954, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet. It serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and a normal storage of 56 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR Catoma Creek, a tributary that contributes to the overall water resource management in the region.
Despite being privately owned, Herman Gibson No 2 has a significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam, with a total length of 610 feet, is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam does not have any associated structures, locks, or spillways. While the last inspection date and condition assessment are unavailable, it is important to note that the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures have not been specified.
Overall, Herman Gibson No 2 is a key feature in the local water resource infrastructure, providing recreational opportunities and contributing to the management of TR Catoma Creek. However, the lack of recent inspection data and condition assessment raises concerns about its safety and the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the integrity and functionality of the dam in the face of potential climate-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
610 |
River Or Stream |
TR CATOMA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Herman Gibson No 2