Bob Wehle Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bob Wehle is a privately owned Earth dam located in Pleasant Hill Church, Bullock County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along the TR-CHATTAHOOCHEE river. With a height of 18 feet and storage capacity of 135 acre-feet, Bob Wehle provides critical habitat for aquatic species and supports biodiversity in the region.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Bob Wehle has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam has a spillway width of 200 feet and a maximum discharge of 1560 cubic feet per second. While it is currently not rated for its condition assessment, ongoing risk management measures are in place to ensure the safe operation of the structure and mitigate potential hazards.
Located within Congressional District 02 of Alabama, Bob Wehle offers a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts to study the intersection of dam infrastructure, ecological conservation, and water management practices. As a key feature in the local landscape, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management and the vital role it plays in supporting diverse ecosystems and wildlife populations.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHATTAHOOCHEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Bob Wehle