Henderson Big Pond dam
Henderson Big Pond
Henderson Big Pond, located in Wilcox County, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1984. With a dam height of 24 feet and a length of 1000 feet, this earth dam holds a storage capacity of 442 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area. The pond is situated on Dixon Creek and serves as a significant water source for fish and wildlife, contributing to the conservation efforts in the region.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Henderson Big Pond has a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge of 833 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk level, with a hazard potential classified as significant, the dam is not currently rated for its condition. With a drainage area of 0.75 square miles, the pond plays a crucial role in water management and habitat preservation for the local ecosystem. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the vital role that Henderson Big Pond plays in supporting biodiversity and sustaining a healthy environment in Alabama.
Congressional District 07, represented by Terri A. Sewell, encompasses Henderson Big Pond, highlighting the importance of water resource management for the local community. As a key feature in the Mobile District of the USACE, this pond serves as a valuable asset for conservation efforts and contributes to the overall ecological health of the region. With its storage capacity and function as a fish and wildlife habitat, Henderson Big Pond stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating the effects of climate change and supporting biodiversity in Alabama.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Henderson Big Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill | 25 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al | 698 cfs | → |
| Bassett Creek At Us Highway 43 Nr Thomasville | 2 cfs | → |
| Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville | 8,560 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee R At Demopolis L&D Near Coatopa | 2,730 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 103 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Henderson Big Pond.
Track Henderson Big Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Henderson Big Pond
Where does the data for Henderson Big Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Henderson Big Pond.