Norris Carter No. 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
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Summary
2 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Perry County, Alabama, along the Big Prairie Creek. Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2002, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for aquatic life in the area. With a height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 9 acres and has a drainage area of 0.2 square miles.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Norris Carter No. 2 has not been rated for its condition assessment. It features an uncontrolled spillway with no outlet gates and has not undergone any recent inspections. Situated within Congressional District 07 of Alabama, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources of the region and supporting the local ecosystem. Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Norris Carter No. 2 to be an intriguing structure that contributes to the conservation efforts in the area.
With its stone core and soil foundation, Norris Carter No. 2 stands as a testament to the collaboration between private owners and federal agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service. While lacking in regulatory oversight from state agencies, this dam exemplifies the importance of private-public partnerships in maintaining and preserving our water resources. Its location along the Big Prairie Creek adds to its significance in the local landscape, serving as a vital component in the ecological balance of the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Norris Carter No. 2 represents a fascinating case study of how man-made structures can positively impact the environment and support biodiversity.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
2612 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
BIG PRAIRIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Norris Carter No. 2