Pickering Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: R Waldrop Dam Rex Waldrop Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pickering Lake Dam, located in Plantersville, Alabama, is a private-owned structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This Earth dam, with a length of 327 feet, is situated along the TR-Mulberry Creek tributary 1 and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential due to its condition being not rated.
While the dam's storage capacity and discharge capabilities are not specified, its location in Autauga County, Alabama, makes it a significant feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's high hazard potential, coupled with its condition assessment being not rated, raises concerns about its safety and the need for proper risk management measures. It is crucial for stakeholders to ensure that emergency action plans are in place and regularly updated to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam's operation and maintenance.
Dam Length |
327 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MULBERRY CREEK TRIB 1 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mulberry Creek At Jones Al
|
124cfs |
Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al
|
789cfs |
Cahaba River At Centreville Al
|
363cfs |
Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al
|
156cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al
|
133cfs |
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.
Pickering Lake Dam