Drury Garris No. 1 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 14, 2025
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Summary
1 is a private earth dam located in Demopolis, Alabama, designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Completed in 1987, this dam stands at 17 feet in height and spans 725 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 187.2 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres. It serves as a habitat for aquatic wildlife and contributes to the conservation efforts in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Drury Garris No. 1 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 57 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 580 cubic feet per second. While it has not been inspected since July 1987, the dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and supporting the local ecosystem.
As an important structure in the Mobile District, Drury Garris No. 1 provides valuable insights into the management of water resources and the conservation of fish and wildlife habitats. Its location on the TR-Big Prairie stream in Hale County, Alabama, showcases the efforts of the Natural Resources Conservation Service in promoting sustainable practices for water resource management. This dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure to ensure the safety and well-being of both humans and the environment.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
725 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG PRAIRIE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.23 |
Nid Storage |
187.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Drury Garris No. 1