Vandegrift Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcpherson Dam Kenneth Wright Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Vandegrift Pond Dam, located in Blount County, Alabama, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This dam, situated in the CALVERT PRONG TRIB 15 river or stream, has a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. Despite not being regulated by the state and not having undergone recent inspections, the dam serves an important function in its local area.
The dam, with a height of 0 feet and a spillway width of 0 feet, does not have any associated structures and has a normal storage capacity of 0. While the dam's specific details such as volume, length, and year of completion are not provided, its presence is vital for fire protection and supporting local aquatic life. Although the dam's maintenance and safety measures are not detailed, its importance as a water resource for the area is evident.
Vandegrift Pond Dam's location in ONEONTA, Alabama, and its purpose as a fire protection and fish pond highlight the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations. With its high hazard potential, the dam underscores the need for proper maintenance and oversight to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and ecosystem. As a private structure, the responsibility for its upkeep falls on its owners, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures in preserving water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
River Or Stream |
CALVERT PRONG TRIB 15 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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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.
Vandegrift Pond Dam