Bill Kyser - B22 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Bill Kyser - B22 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Newbern, Alabama, specifically on Whitsitt 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 120.3 acre-feet and a surface area of 16 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, it has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 due to its lack of condition assessment and emergency action plan.
The dam stands at 10 feet high and spans a length of 2100 feet, with a maximum discharge of 5 cubic feet per second. It features an uncontrolled spillway and is not regulated by any state agency. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 0.05 square miles, making it crucial for maintaining the ecological balance of the region and providing habitat for various wildlife species.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated", its risk management measures and emergency preparedness are not clearly documented. With its strategic location and purpose for fish and wildlife conservation, Bill Kyser - B22 serves as a vital resource for water management in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term sustainability.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
2100 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
WHITSITT CREEK (OFFSTREAM) |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
120.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Bill Kyser - B22