R. Barton No. 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pearce #1 Lake Jamie Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
Barton No. 2, located in Central Mills, Alabama, is a private Fish and Wildlife Pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1989. This earth dam stands at 11 feet tall, with a length of 900 feet and a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife, with a normal storage level of 95 acre-feet and a surface area of 22.3 acres.
The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, making it a relatively secure structure. It is not currently rated for its condition, but it has not been subject to inspection since December 1989. With a spillway width of 50 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 380 cubic feet per second, R. Barton No. 2 is equipped to handle potential overflow events.
Although not regulated or inspected by the state, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife and maintaining water resources in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, R. Barton No. 2 serves as a significant example of private conservation efforts that contribute to environmental sustainability in Perry County, Alabama.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHILATCHEE CK. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
R. Barton No. 2