Built in 1990 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 900 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 63.8 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 6 acres and has a drainage area of 0.09 square miles.
While Walburn #1 is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, it has not been rated in terms of condition assessment. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway of the dam is 38 feet wide and can handle a maximum discharge of 300 cubic feet per second. The structure has not undergone any modifications since its completion and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place.
This picturesque dam, nestled along the TR-TOMBIGBEE RIVER, provides essential habitat for fish and wildlife in the region. With its tranquil surroundings and vital ecological function, Walburn #1 stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and environmental conservation in Alabama.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TOMBIGBEE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
63.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Foscue
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Belmont Park
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Runaway Branch
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Chickasaw State Park
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Forkland/McConnico Creek
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Lock 5
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