Davis Pilot Reservoir Report
Nearby: Big Creek Lake Joe Mcdavid #2
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Davis Pilot is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Mobile, Alabama, along Pierce Creek.
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Summary
Built in 2000 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at 23 feet tall and stretches 1600 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife, the dam also serves for recreational activities in the area.
Despite a low hazard potential, Davis Pilot has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating the need for vigilant risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and has not been inspected or rated for condition assessment. Emergency action preparedness, contact information, and risk mitigation strategies are currently lacking for this structure.
Given its importance for wildlife and recreation, it is crucial for authorities to conduct regular inspections, prepare emergency action plans, and implement necessary risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of Davis Pilot. The collaboration of federal agencies and local stakeholders is essential in safeguarding this water resource and climate enthusiasts should monitor developments to support sustainable management practices.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
PIERCE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Davis Pilot