Morrison Brothers Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gross Lake Dam Bill Kyser - B22
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Morrison Brothers, also known as Castleman, is a privately owned fish and wildlife pond located in Sawyerville, Alabama.
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Summary
Constructed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 20 feet high and spans 1000 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.19 square miles, the dam serves as a vital resource for the local ecosystem along Hines Creek.
Despite being labeled as low hazard potential and not rated for condition assessment, Morrison Brothers remains a key feature in the landscape, providing essential habitat for fish and wildlife. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 100 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 120 cubic feet per second. While it has not undergone any modifications since its completion, the dam is periodically monitored for safety and risk assessment purposes.
Representing a collaboration between private ownership and the NRCS, Morrison Brothers illustrates the importance of sustainable water resource management for environmental conservation. As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, this structure serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between human activities and the natural world, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and stewardship to ensure the resilience of our water systems in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
HINES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Morrison Brothers