David Pearce Mud Creek #1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
David Pearce Mud Creek #1 is a private earth dam located in Orrville, Alabama, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1988.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet and a surface area of 23.9 acres. Its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in conservation efforts in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been inspected or assessed for condition, and lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps. However, its purpose for fish and wildlife preservation underscores its importance for environmental sustainability in the region. Located in Perry County, Alabama, the dam on Mud Creek is a vital resource for the local ecosystem and a prime example of sustainable water management practices in action.
With a moderate risk assessment and no state regulatory oversight, David Pearce Mud Creek #1 stands as a testament to the need for continued monitoring and maintenance of aging infrastructure. Its significance as a fish and wildlife pond highlights the importance of preserving natural habitats and promoting biodiversity in the face of climate change. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a case study in balancing ecological conservation with infrastructure management for a sustainable future.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
4800 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
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Dam Data Reference
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.
David Pearce Mud Creek #1