State Cattle Ranch #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

State Cattle Ranch #1, located in Hale, Alabama, is a fish and wildlife pond designed by USDA NRCS in 1960.


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Summary

The earth dam, standing at 18 feet high and 900 feet long, serves as a water source for the ranch and has a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet. Situated on German Creek, the dam has a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge of 160 cubic feet per second.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. While it has not been inspected since 1975 and its condition is not rated, the dam still plays a crucial role in the ranch's water resource management. With its primary purpose being for fish and wildlife conservation, this structure showcases the importance of sustainable water usage and ecosystem preservation in the agricultural sector.

State Cattle Ranch #1 stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate conservation in agricultural operations. As climate enthusiasts, understanding the impact of such infrastructure on local ecosystems and water systems is vital for promoting sustainable practices in ranching and agriculture. By recognizing the importance of structures like this dam, we can work towards better stewardship of water resources in the face of changing climates.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

GERMAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

127

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.