Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond dam
Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond
Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond in Jefferson, Hale County, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 2000. This Earth dam structure stands at 16 feet in height with a hydraulic height of 11 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, providing a storage capacity of 61.75 acre-feet for recreational and environmental purposes. The pond covers a surface area of 10 acres and has a drainage area of 0.06 square miles, with a spillway width of 10 feet.
While the dam is classified as low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment, it has not been inspected or assessed for condition in recent years. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and absence of outlet gates, the pond serves as a vital habitat for fish and wildlife in the area. With its picturesque location on Double Creek, Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond offers a serene environment for nature enthusiasts and serves as a valuable resource for water conservation and climate education in the region.
Managed by a private owner and not under state jurisdiction, this pond exemplifies the intersection of sustainable land use practices and environmental stewardship. Its construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflects a commitment to enhancing wildlife habitats while promoting conservation efforts. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the beauty and importance of Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond, they are reminded of the interconnectedness between human activities and the natural world, emphasizing the need for responsible water management and environmental protection for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elliotts Creek At Moundville Al | 8 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River At Centreville Al | 318 cfs | → |
| Cribbs Mill Creek At Ww Plant At Tuscaloosa | 8 cfs | → |
| Black Warrior River At Selden L & D Near Eutaw | 263 cfs | → |
| Black Warrior River At Northport Al | 1,280 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al | 349 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond.
Boat launches
- Highway 183, Marion
- Greene County
- 7th Avenue Northeast 401-599, Tuscaloosa
- Deerlick Road Tuscaloosa County
- County Road 109 13399, Tuscaloosa County
- Rock Quarry Drive Tuscaloosa
Campgrounds
- Payne Lake Spillway
- Payne Lake East Side
- Lake Payne Westside Campground
- Payne Lake Recreation Area
- Payne Lake West Side
- Hunters Camp
Fishing spots
Track Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond
Where does the data for Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Richie Naisbet Catfish Pond.