Brown Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Whites Dam Paul Rigsby Dam
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Brown Pond Dam in Cullman, Alabama, is a privately owned structure primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1949, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, with a length of 300 feet. With a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet, this dam on TR Rock Creek serves as a vital resource for the Emenus Church Community.
Although not regulated by the state, Brown Pond Dam is considered to have a significant hazard potential, yet its condition remains unrated. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 55 cubic feet per second and a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. Despite lacking recent inspection data and emergency preparedness assessments, the dam continues to play a crucial role in the local water resource management system.
Located in the Congressional District 04 of Alabama, Brown Pond Dam is a key component of the water infrastructure in the area, overseen by the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Brown Pond Dam is essential for ensuring the sustainable management of water resources and addressing the challenges posed by climate change in the region.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
TR ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
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.
Brown Pond Dam