C W Gaston Reservoir Report
Nearby: Elmer Dunnam J S Dunlap
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
C W Gaston is a private earth dam located in Coosa, Alabama, specifically in the city of Mc Ewin Springs.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a fish and wildlife pond, providing habitat for local wildlife and recreational opportunities for visitors. With a height of 12 feet and a length of 400 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, C W Gaston has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway, with a width of 40 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing excess water to flow out in case of heavy rainfall events. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it is regularly inspected to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam also has not undergone any major modifications since its completion.
Located on TR Mill Creek in the Mobile District, C W Gaston is an important feature in the local water resource management system. As a key contributor to the drainage area of 0.13 square miles, the dam plays a role in regulating water flow and providing water storage during dry periods. With its focus on fish and wildlife conservation, this dam highlights the importance of balancing human needs with environmental stewardship in the management of water resources.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al
|
153cfs |
Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al
|
117cfs |
Coosa River At Childersburg Al
|
283cfs |
Tallapoosa River Nr New Site
|
2060cfs |
Talladega Creek At Alpine Al
|
104cfs |
Kelly Creek Near Vincent Al
|
34cfs |
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.
C W Gaston