David Pearce #91 is a privately owned earth dam located in Orrville, Alabama, along the Bogue Chitto River.
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Constructed in 2000 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 12 feet with a capacity to store 103.59 acre-feet of water. The primary purpose of this dam is for other uses, and it serves as a vital resource for water management in the area.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, David Pearce #91 is a crucial infrastructure for mitigating flooding and ensuring water availability in the region. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a spillway width of 0 feet and a maximum discharge of 13 cubic feet per second. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Owned and operated by a private entity, David Pearce #91 plays a significant role in water resource management in Dallas County, Alabama. Its strategic location and storage capacity make it a valuable asset for water conservation and flood control efforts in the area. As climate change continues to impact water availability and extreme weather events, dams like David Pearce #91 become essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the challenges of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
1922 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
BOGUE CHITTO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
103.59 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |