Charles Beard Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Charles Beard is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Wetumpka, Alabama, specifically on the TR-Weoka Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 225 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and of course, fish and wildlife conservation.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Charles Beard is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment. With a moderate risk level, this dam poses a potential threat that requires ongoing monitoring and management. While specific risk management measures are not outlined in the available data, the structure's location and purpose highlight the importance of water resource and climate enthusiasts' attention to maintaining the integrity and safety of this essential feature in the Alabama landscape.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-WEOKA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

18

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

15
       
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Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.