Ray Boyd Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ellis Wise Dam Murdock Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ray Boyd is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Coffee, Alabama, specifically in the city of Samson.
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Summary
Built in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 350 feet, providing a storage capacity of 238 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Ray Boyd is to support fish and wildlife, as well as irrigation needs in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Ray Boyd has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been inspected in recent years and lacks preparedness measures like an Emergency Action Plan or updated emergency contacts. With a drainage area of 0.53 square miles and a maximum discharge of 700 cfs, Ray Boyd plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Located in Congressional District 2 of Alabama, Ray Boyd is overseen by Congresswoman Martha Roby. Although not state-regulated, this dam serves as a valuable resource for the local ecosystem and agriculture. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience will find Ray Boyd to be an intriguing case study in balancing conservation efforts with infrastructure maintenance in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PHILLIPS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.53 |
Nid Storage |
238 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Double Bridges Creek Nr Enterprise
|
10cfs |
Pea River Near Samson Al
|
1490cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al
|
1050cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman
|
2800cfs |
Choctawhatchee River Near Newton
|
575cfs |
Conecuh River At Brantley Al
|
482cfs |
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.
Ray Boyd