Mcmurray Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcmurray, located in Roanoke, Alabama, is a privately owned fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1946.
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Summary
This Earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 570 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife habitats, as well as recreation, this dam plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and community.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Mcmurray is considered to have a moderate risk level, emphasizing the need for proactive risk management measures. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 75 feet wide, has a maximum discharge capacity of 265 cubic feet per second. Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is essential for stakeholders to stay vigilant and ensure proper maintenance and monitoring to mitigate any potential risks.
With its location on TR High Pine Creek and its proximity to the Mobile District, Mcmurray serves as a valuable water resource for Randolph County, Alabama. As climate change impacts continue to pose challenges to water management, it is crucial for local authorities and the community to work together in safeguarding and preserving this vital infrastructure for future generations to come.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
570 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR HIGH PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al
|
1010cfs |
Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd
|
15cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 27
|
3070cfs |
Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al
|
381cfs |
Chattahoochee River At West Point
|
6360cfs |
Tallapoosa River Nr New Site
|
2670cfs |
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.
Mcmurray