Diamond Potato Co. Farm Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Diamond Potato Co.
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Summary
Farm in Scottsboro, Alabama, is a privately owned irrigation facility designed by the USDA NRCS. This earth dam, completed in 1984, spans 650 feet in length and stands at a height of 24 feet, with a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Dickey Creek in Jackson County, Alabama, this dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the farm, helping to sustain agricultural operations in the region.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Diamond Potato Co. Farm dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. While not currently rated for its condition, the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. With a spillway width of 44 feet and a maximum discharge of 200 cubic feet per second, this facility plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find this site an intriguing example of agricultural infrastructure supporting sustainable farming practices in Alabama.
Despite the lack of recent inspections or condition assessments, the Diamond Potato Co. Farm dam remains an essential feature in the region's water management infrastructure. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk level, the facility continues to support irrigation efforts for the farm. As a privately owned structure, the dam showcases the collaboration between private landowners and government agencies like the USDA NRCS in promoting responsible water use and conservation practices in Alabama's agricultural sector.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DICKEY CK. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.86 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Diamond Potato Co. Farm