David Pearce #93 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

David Pearce #93 is a privately owned earth dam located in Orrville, Alabama, along the Bogue Chitto river.


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Summary

Built in 2000 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 9.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 81.09 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite being unregulated by the state and lacking inspection frequency data, David Pearce #93 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and no outlet gates, this dam provides essential flood control benefits while also supporting irrigation and wildlife habitat maintenance. Its strategic location in Congressional District 07, Alabama, ensures that it contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area under the representation of Terri A. Sewell (D).

Overall, David Pearce #93 serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management in Dallas County, Alabama. With its modest height and storage capacity, this dam showcases the importance of private initiatives in supporting climate resilience and sustainable water use practices. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for effective water management strategies, structures like David Pearce #93 stand as essential components of a comprehensive approach to safeguarding our water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

2000

Dam Length

1834

Dam Height

9.6

River Or Stream

BOGUE CHITTO

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.9

Hydraulic Height

7.8

Nid Storage

81.09

Structural Height

10.6

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

11
       
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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.