Elbert Butler S Catfish Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Goodner Dam Caudle
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Elbert Butler S Catfish Pond in Talladega, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond completed in 1986 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
With a dam height of 18.5 feet and a length of 723 feet, it provides a storage capacity of 201 acre-feet, serving the local area with a surface area of 20 acres and a drainage area of 0.63 square miles. The dam is primarily of earth construction with an uncontrolled spillway width of 100 feet, ensuring low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed for recreational and ecological purposes, Elbert Butler S Catfish Pond is a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. Situated within the TR-Hay Springs Branch watershed, it contributes to the local ecosystem and offers opportunities for outdoor activities. Despite not being regulated or inspected by state agencies, the pond remains a well-maintained and low-risk infrastructure supporting biodiversity in the area.
While lacking official assessments of its condition and emergency preparedness, Elbert Butler S Catfish Pond stands as a testament to private stewardship and conservation efforts in Alabama. With a focus on fish and wildlife habitat enhancement, this pond exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management and serves as a model for private landowners interested in fostering resilient ecosystems in their communities.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
723 |
Dam Height |
18.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HAY SPRINGS BR. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
201 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Elbert Butler S Catfish Pond