Wade H Odom Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dr Vincent Best Dam Best Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wade H Odom Dam, located in Washington County, Alabama, is a private recreational dam managed by the owner.
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Summary
While the dam is not federally regulated or permitted, it still poses a significant hazard potential that has not been rated for its condition. Despite its lack of official oversight, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy recreational activities in the area.
With a primary purpose of recreation, Wade H Odom Dam is classified as an Earth dam with no specified height or volume. The dam's condition assessment has not been rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Despite these potential risks, the dam continues to attract visitors for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities, making it a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
As a privately owned and maintained structure, Wade H Odom Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of proper dam management and oversight to ensure public safety and environmental protection. While its exact specifications and risk factors are not fully documented, the dam's presence in the area highlights the need for continued monitoring and evaluation to prevent any potential hazards or incidents in the future.
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River At Leakesville
|
1090cfs |
Big Creek At County Rd 63 Near Wilmer
|
190cfs |
Chickasaw Creek Near Kushla Al
|
766cfs |
Escatawpa River Near Agricola Ms
|
420cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Fairview
|
32cfs |
Pascagoula River At Merrill
|
2860cfs |
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.
Wade H Odom Dam
Begins Approximately 2 River Miles Downstream From The Yellowhouse Branch Confluence With The Escatawpa River Near The Town Of Deer Park, Alabama
To Ends Approximately 1 River Mile Upstream From The U.S. Highway 98 Bridge