Jerry Bates #7 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jerry Bates #7 is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Marengo, Alabama, near the city of Demopolis.
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Summary
Built in 1989 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a length of 3467 feet, providing a storage capacity of 90.8 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Jerry Bates #7 is to support fish and wildlife activities, making it an important resource for conservation and biodiversity in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Jerry Bates #7 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and covers a surface area of 15.2 acres, serving a drainage area of 0.02 square miles. While no modifications have been reported since its completion, the dam has not been inspected since December 1989. With no emergency action plan in place, there are opportunities for further evaluation and risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this critical water resource in Alabama.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the condition of dams like Jerry Bates #7 is essential for maintaining ecological balance and safeguarding against potential hazards. With its important role in supporting fish and wildlife populations, this dam serves as a valuable asset that requires ongoing attention and management to ensure its continued contribution to the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
3467 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG PRAIRIE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
90.8 |
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.
Jerry Bates #7