Bob Thompson Reservoir Report
Nearby: Evans Dam W C Gibson
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bob Thompson is a privately owned dam located in Teasleys Mill, Montgomery, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1945, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock pond, and small fish pond. It has a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a structural height of 8 feet, with a length of 360 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, making it a vital resource for water management in the area.
Situated on Thompson Creek, Bob Thompson dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite being categorized as low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, and there is no recent inspection data available. With a maximum discharge of 124 cubic feet per second, it is crucial that this dam is regularly monitored and maintained to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the surrounding environment. Additionally, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures need to be updated to meet current guidelines and ensure preparedness for any potential incidents.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bob Thompson dam offers a fascinating case study in the intersection of infrastructure, environmental management, and emergency preparedness. As one of the many dams in Alabama serving multiple purposes, understanding its design, purpose, and condition provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of managing water resources in a changing climate. With its historical significance and importance for local water supply and recreation, Bob Thompson dam is a key asset that deserves attention and investment to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
360 |
River Or Stream |
TR THOMPSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Bob Thompson