Bernard Brooks Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bernard Brooks Pond, also known as Brooks Pond, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Mobile, Alabama.


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Summary

Constructed in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the pond is to support fish and wildlife activities, as well as recreational use for the local community.

Situated along TR-Halls Mill Creek, Bernard Brooks Pond has a spillway width of 56 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 796 cubic feet per second. While the dam is categorized as having a significant hazard potential, its condition assessment is currently not rated. Despite being located in a moderate risk area, the pond does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, indicating potential areas for improvement in risk management and emergency preparedness.

With its picturesque setting and focus on environmental conservation, Bernard Brooks Pond serves as a valuable resource for both wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation in the Mobile area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the pond offers an opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human and natural ecosystems and the importance of sustainable water management practices in maintaining ecological balance and community well-being.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

TR-HALLS MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.75

Nid Storage

120

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

23
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.