John Dembhart Reservoir Report
Nearby: Morrison Brothers Lee Jackson Pond #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
John Dembhart, also known as Dembhart Lake, is a privately owned fish and wildlife pond located in Greensboro, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 19 feet high and spans 800 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 223 acre-feet. The pond primarily serves as a habitat for fish and wildlife, contributing to the conservation efforts in the region.
Situated along the TR-Big German Creek in Hale County, Alabama, John Dembhart dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam remains in good condition and has not been rated for its current status. With a spillway width of 80 feet and a maximum discharge of 300 cubic feet per second, the dam is equipped to handle potential overflow events.
Owned privately and not under federal jurisdiction, John Dembhart is a significant asset for the local ecosystem and water resources. With its strategic location and purpose, this dam stands as a testament to sustainable conservation practices and the importance of supporting wildlife habitats in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG GERMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
223 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
John Dembhart