Ronnie Gausey Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Ronnie Gausey, also known as Causey Lake, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Sunshine School, Hale County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 3,400 feet. With a storage capacity of 261 acre-feet, the primary purpose of Ronnie Gausey is to support fish and wildlife in the area.
Despite being a low hazard potential site with a moderate risk assessment rating, Ronnie Gausey has not been formally rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not undergone any major modifications since its completion. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it is monitored by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ronnie Gausey offers a unique opportunity to observe a privately owned structure dedicated to supporting local wildlife. With its scenic location along TR-Big Prairie, this pond serves as a vital habitat for various species and highlights the importance of conservation efforts in maintaining healthy ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG PRAIRIE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
261 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Ronnie Gausey