Bishop No. 8 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

8 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Demopolis, Alabama, specifically in Greene County. Built in 1987 by the USDA NRCS, this structure serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for various species in the area. The dam has a height of 10.5 feet and a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 70 acre-feet.

Situated on TR-Stephens Creek, Bishop No. 8 covers a surface area of 14.7 acres and has a drainage area of 0.3 square miles. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, 75 feet in width, and a maximum discharge capacity of 550 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is rated as being in moderate risk, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bishop No. 8 presents an intriguing case study of a small-scale dam serving a vital ecological purpose in a rural setting. Its construction and management by the USDA NRCS highlight the intersection of environmental conservation and civil engineering, while its location in Alabama's Mobile District underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

2800

Dam Height

10.5

River Or Stream

TR-STEPHENS CK.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.7

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

118

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.
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Area Campgrounds

Location Reservations Toilets
Bishop No. 8Lock 7 Preview Lock 7
Bishop No. 8Jennings Ferry Preview Jennings Ferry
Bishop No. 8Lock 8 Preview Lock 8