Robert Free Pond # 18 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Robert Free Pond # 18, located in Dallas County, Alabama, is a privately owned Earth dam structure completed in 1999 for the primary purpose of fish and wildlife conservation.
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Summary
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this 7.2-foot tall dam has a storage capacity of 101.7 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 68.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres. The pond is situated on the Big Swamp tributary and serves as a low hazard potential water resource for the local community.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Robert Free Pond # 18 presents a moderate risk level due to its structural condition being unrated. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 10 feet, and the outlet gates are valve-operated. Emergency action plans and risk assessment measures are currently not in place for this dam. The pond offers a serene habitat for fish and wildlife, showcasing the harmonious relationship between water resources and climate conservation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
2415 |
Dam Height |
7.2 |
River Or Stream |
BIG SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
101.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Robert Free Pond # 18