Kirksey Reservoir Report
Nearby: Allison Morris Dees No 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kirksey, located in Montgomery, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1939 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The dam has a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, with a length of 720 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 141 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR Little Catoma Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, Kirksey serves as an essential structure for water resource management in the area. It provides necessary storage for fire protection and recreational activities, highlighting its multi-functional role in the community. With no state regulation or permitting required, Kirksey continues to play a significant role in maintaining water resources for the surrounding area.
Although Kirksey has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, its historical significance and purposeful design make it a key asset for water resource management in Montgomery, Alabama. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, dams like Kirksey will be crucial for ensuring water security and supporting various uses such as firefighting and recreational activities. It is important to monitor and maintain such structures to uphold their functionality and safety for the community.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
720 |
River Or Stream |
TR LITTLE CATOMA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
141 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Kirksey