Tommy Cogle #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: J M Gaston #14 J M Gaston Dam #4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tommy Cogle #3 is a private-owned Earth dam located in Orrville, Alabama, on TR Dry Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1995 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres. The dam stands at a height of 9 feet and spans 3200 feet in length, making it a significant structure in the area.
Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, with a hazard potential classified as significant, Tommy Cogle #3 has not been rated for its current condition. It lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and does not have updated emergency contacts or inundation maps prepared. While it does not fall under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency, the dam is still subject to periodic inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Tommy Cogle #3 presents an interesting case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife habitats, this dam plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem. However, its lack of certain safety measures and maintenance oversight highlight the importance of proactive monitoring and management practices for ensuring the longevity and safety of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
3200 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
TR DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.01 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
9 |
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Dam Data Reference
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.
Tommy Cogle #3