O M Wilson Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
O M Wilson is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Elmore, Alabama, near TR-Wallahatchee Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at 14 feet high and spans 350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including facilitating recreation and providing habitat for fish and wildlife.
Despite its age, O M Wilson is considered to have a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment of 3 out of 5. While the dam's condition has not been rated, it is important to note that it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 44 feet, and there are no associated locks or gates.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, O M Wilson presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its scenic location and diverse purposes, this private dam in Alabama serves as a reminder of the critical role that earth dams play in supporting local ecosystems and providing recreational opportunities. Further monitoring and evaluation of O M Wilson's condition and hazard potential may be warranted to ensure the safety and sustainability of this valuable water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WALLAHATCHEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
O M Wilson