David Pearce #85 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
David Pearce #85 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Dallas County, Alabama, on the Bogu Chitto River.
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Summary
Constructed in 2000 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 9.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 54.59 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, this dam serves multiple purposes beyond flood control, making it a crucial resource in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being unregulated by the state, David Pearce #85 plays a vital role in water management, with a normal storage capacity of 49.69 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.1 acres. The dam's spillway, with a width of 10 feet, is uncontrolled, and its maximum discharge capacity is 67 cubic feet per second. The dam's location on the Bogu Chitto River highlights its significance in maintaining water levels and ensuring the sustainability of the surrounding ecosystem.
Owned by a private entity, David Pearce #85 is a key component in the water infrastructure of Dallas County, Alabama. With a history of construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and a design by the USDA NRCS, this dam exemplifies the collaboration between federal agencies and private ownership to address water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
2041 |
Dam Height |
9.6 |
River Or Stream |
BOGUE CHITTO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
6.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
54.59 |
Structural Height |
10.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
David Pearce #85