Bishop No. 9 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bishop No. 7 Bishop No. 8
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
9, located in Greene County, Alabama, is a private Fish and Wildlife Pond dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1987. This Earth-type dam stands at 11.6 feet high and spans a length of 2200 feet, with a storage capacity of 152 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife in the area, making it a vital resource for the local ecosystem.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Bishop No. 9 is still subject to moderate risk, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam's spillway, with a width of 133 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 950 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been rated for its current condition, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting biodiversity in the region.
With its strategic location on TR-STEPHENS CK., Bishop No. 9 contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area, ensuring a balance between conservation and development. Managed by a private entity, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing the natural habitat for fish and wildlife. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bishop No. 9 represents a case study in the intersection of human infrastructure and ecological stewardship in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
11.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STEPHENS CK. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.38 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Lock 7
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Jennings Ferry
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Lock 8
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Bishop No. 9