David Pearce Mud Creek #5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
David Pearce Mud Creek #5 is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Orrville, Alabama, specifically in Perry County.
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Summary
Built in 1988 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and has a length of 5400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. With a surface area of 26.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles, this dam serves its primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition of David Pearce Mud Creek #5 has not been officially rated. Since its last inspection in 1988, the dam has not undergone any modifications or maintenance activities. While the risk assessment for this structure is moderate, with a score of 3, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and it is unclear if the dam meets safety guidelines or has inundation maps prepared. With its strategic location in a conservation area, enthusiasts and stakeholders may want to advocate for regular inspections and the development of a comprehensive risk management plan for this vital water resource.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
5400 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
121 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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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