Kenneth Wright Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Vandegrift Pond Dam Mcpherson Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kenneth Wright Dam, located in Blount, Alabama, is a private earth dam completed in 1950 for purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
Situated in the Ridgewood Community, the dam spans 450 feet in length with a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 20 feet. With a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region, providing a normal storage capacity of 119 acre-feet.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Kenneth Wright Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam plays a crucial role in fire protection and recreational activities in the area. With a maximum discharge capacity of 470 cubic feet per second, the dam ensures the safety and security of the surrounding community while also offering opportunities for leisure activities such as fishing and boating.
As a significant water resource infrastructure in Alabama, Kenneth Wright Dam exemplifies the intersection of environmental conservation and community development. With its strategic location on the TR-Warren Branch river and its multiple purposes including fire protection and recreation, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate patterns. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, the Kenneth Wright Dam provides an intriguing case study of how private entities can contribute to the preservation and utilization of water resources for the benefit of both humans and wildlife.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
450 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WARREN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Kenneth Wright Dam