J M Gaston #14 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tommy Cogle #3 J M Gaston Dam #4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
J M Gaston #14 is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Dallas County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 1000 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 236 acre-feet, this pond serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond in addition to its primary function as a fish and wildlife habitat.
Situated on the TR-CAHABA River within the Mobile District of Alabama, J M Gaston #14 boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway of this dam is uncontrolled and has a width of 75 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 720 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk management measures are not specified.
Despite its lack of state regulation and inspection, J M Gaston #14 remains a significant water resource in the region, providing essential habitat for aquatic wildlife and contributing to the local ecosystem. With its picturesque location in the heart of Alabama, this dam continues to play a vital role in supporting the surrounding environment and wildlife populations.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CAHABA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
236 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
J M Gaston #14