Ponderosa Reservoir Report
Nearby: Danny Fulford Hughes No 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Geneva, Alabama, Ponderosa is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Built in 1962, this gravity dam on Shuttle Mill Branch has a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 24 feet, providing a storage capacity of 198 acre-feet. While the dam also serves for recreational purposes, its main focus remains on supporting irrigation needs in the area.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that has not been rated, Ponderosa stands as a reliable structure in the region. Although not regulated by the state or subject to frequent inspections, the dam has been integral in providing water storage and management for the surrounding community. Despite its lack of formal oversight, Ponderosa continues to play a crucial role in supporting local agriculture and recreational activities.
As an essential feature in the water resource infrastructure of the area, Ponderosa serves as a testament to the importance of private ownership in managing water resources. With a focus on irrigation and a modest storage capacity, this gravity dam represents a blend of functionality and recreational value for the residents of Geneva, Alabama.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
666 |
River Or Stream |
SHUTTLE MILL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
198 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Ponderosa