Childress Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Childress Dam, also known as Childress Lake, is a private earth dam located in Baldwin County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1981 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond for recreational purposes. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 1000 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 142 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.25 square miles.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 54 feet, and it has a low hazard potential rating. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate. The dam's purpose includes fire protection, stock, small fish pond, irrigation, and recreation. It is situated on the TR-Blackwater River and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Childress Dam provides a vital resource for the surrounding area, offering a diverse range of benefits from fish and wildlife habitat to recreational opportunities. Its construction by the USDA NRCS underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in enhancing environmental conservation and supporting community resilience in the face of changing climate conditions. As a key feature in the local landscape, the dam plays a crucial role in promoting the well-being of both wildlife and residents in the region.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACKWATER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
142 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fish River Near Silver Hill Al
|
69cfs |
Styx River Near Elsanor
|
246cfs |
Magnolia River At Us 98 Near Foley
|
25cfs |
Perdido River At Barrineau Park
|
449cfs |
Elevenmile Creek Near Pensacola
|
34cfs |
Escambia River Nr Molino
|
2230cfs |
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.
Childress Dam