Paschal Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Barron Lake Ronald Grantham
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Paschal Lake, located in Coffee County, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond that was completed in 1978 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The earth dam, standing at 26 feet tall and 600 feet long, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock pond, and recreation. With a normal storage capacity of 205 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 316 acre-feet, Paschal Lake covers a drainage area of 0.78 square miles and has a maximum discharge rate of 1696 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Paschal Lake is considered to have a moderate risk level. The spillway, which is uncontrolled and 100 feet wide, contributes to the lake's risk assessment. The lake also lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan and updated contact information. Overall, Paschal Lake is a scenic and functional water resource in Alabama, offering opportunities for wildlife habitat, fishing, and recreation while also presenting some moderate risk factors that should be monitored and managed.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR WILKERSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.78 |
Nid Storage |
316 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Double Bridges Creek Nr Enterprise
|
10cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al
|
1050cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Near Newton
|
575cfs |
Pea River Near Samson Al
|
1490cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman
|
2800cfs |
Pea River Near Ariton Al
|
860cfs |
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.
Paschal Lake