Bill Brooks Lake 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Frankie Bill Brooks Lake I
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bill Brooks Lake 2, located in Samson, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1981.
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Summary
With a dam height of 21 feet and a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet, this earth dam spans 800 feet along the TR-Pea River. The primary purpose of the reservoir is for fish and wildlife habitat enhancement, along with other uses such as fire protection, irrigation, and stock pond.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Bill Brooks Lake 2 is considered to have a moderate risk level. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 104 feet, and the maximum discharge capacity is 550 cubic feet per second. The dam has not been inspected recently, and its condition is listed as not rated. While emergency action plans and risk management measures are not specified, the reservoir continues to serve its intended purposes for the local community and ecosystem.
Managed by a private owner, Bill Brooks Lake 2 offers a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the Geneva County area. With its scenic location and diverse environmental benefits, this reservoir stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in enhancing biodiversity and supporting local ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PEA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Bill Brooks Lake 2