Taylor Pond #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Taylor Pond #1, located in Greene, Alabama, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Built in 1981 by USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans 2000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 109 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-STEPHENS CREEK and is regulated by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Taylor Pond #1 still poses a moderate risk, with a maximum discharge of 270 cubic feet per second. The spillway, with a width of 40 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. Although the dam does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it is important for stakeholders to be aware of the potential risks associated with this structure and to ensure proper monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential hazards.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Taylor Pond #1 serves as an interesting case study of a privately-owned dam designed for fish and wildlife conservation. With its unique characteristics and location in a rural area, the dam presents opportunities for studying the impact of such structures on the local ecosystem and water resources. As discussions around dam safety and climate change adaptation continue to evolve, Taylor Pond #1 offers valuable insights into the management and regulation of these important water infrastructure assets.

Year Completed

1981

Dam Length

2000

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

TR-STEPHENS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

109

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

11
       
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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.
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