W F Drury Jr #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
W F Drury Jr #3, also known as Bubba Drury #3, is a private-owned Earth dam located in Hale, Alabama.
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Summary
Constructed in 1984 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along TR-Picks Creek. With a height of 10 feet and a length of 2200 feet, it has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and a surface area of 16 acres, providing essential habitat for aquatic life in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, W F Drury Jr #3 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway, with a width of 50 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has a maximum discharge rate of 202 cubic feet per second. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively, contributing to the conservation of fish and wildlife in the region.
Located in Greensboro, Alabama, W F Drury Jr #3 is a vital component of the local ecosystem, offering recreational and environmental benefits. With its historic construction and ongoing maintenance, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding our natural landscapes for future generations.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PICKS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
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.
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