Theresa Ballard #4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Theresa Ballard #4 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Greene, Alabama, specifically in the city of Epes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1995 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along TR Moore Branch. With a height of 15.4 feet and a storage capacity of 129.9 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 15 acres and has a drainage area of 0.1 square miles. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 42 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 85 cubic feet per second.

Despite being rated as having low hazard potential and not yet assessed for its condition, Theresa Ballard #4 presents a moderate risk level (3) according to the data provided. The dam has not been inspected in recent times, with no inspection frequency documented. Emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), are also not currently in place for this structure. With Terri A. Sewell representing Congressional District 07, Alabama, where the dam is located, stakeholders and environmental enthusiasts may be interested in monitoring the risk management and safety measures associated with Theresa Ballard #4 to ensure the protection of the surrounding area and water resources.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

1503

Dam Height

15.4

River Or Stream

TR MOORE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

129.9

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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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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