Morrison Brothers Reservoir Report
Nearby: William Dale Dam William Dale
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Morrison Brothers, also known as Woods Place No 1, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Greensboro, Alabama.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, stands at 18 feet tall and spans 900 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 152 acre-feet, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the area, with a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife habitats.
Situated on Little Prairie Creek, Morrison Brothers is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, prompting the need for careful risk management measures. Although the dam has not been inspected since 1978, it continues to play a vital role in the local ecosystem and serves as a key water management structure in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like Morrison Brothers is essential in ensuring sustainable management of our water resources. With its significant storage capacity and role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats, this private dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water management and environmental conservation. It is crucial to monitor and assess the condition of such structures regularly to maintain their functionality and mitigate any potential risks to the surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE PRAIRIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.23 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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