Summary
Built in 1952, it serves primarily for fire protection, as well as for stock and small fish pond purposes, with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 23 feet, spanning a length of 700 feet along TR Catoma Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential and condition assessment of "Not Rated," Morris Dees remains a vital resource for the local community. With a maximum discharge capacity of 420 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for fire protection and recreational activities in the area. Owned privately, it does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, making it an independent and essential component of the local water resource infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Morris Dees represents a historic and functional structure that highlights the importance of earth dams in providing crucial water storage and management solutions. Its presence near the Morning Star Church and its role in fire protection and recreational activities make it a significant asset for the community, showcasing the intersection of human development and natural resource utilization in a sustainable manner. As a low-hazard facility with no state permitting or inspection requirements, Morris Dees stands as a testament to effective private ownership and management of water resources in Alabama.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
700 |
River Or Stream |
TR CATOMA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al
|
24cfs |
Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works
|
1710cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Conecuh River At Brantley Al
|
482cfs |
Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al
|
402cfs |
Pea River Near Ariton Al
|
860cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Morris Dees