Willie Wilbourne Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Willie Wilbourne Dam, also known as Lake Wilbourne Dam, is a private dam located in Perry, Alabama.
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Summary
Completed in 1953, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1050 cubic feet per second.
Situated on TR-Sand Creek in Northwest Marion, Willie Wilbourne Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With no state regulatory oversight, the dam has a significant hazard potential and has not been given a condition assessment rating. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any significant modifications or inspections in recent years, raising concerns about its long-term safety and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Willie Wilbourne Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with limited oversight and potential risks. Its location in Alabama, with a designated purpose for recreation, highlights the importance of comprehensive monitoring and maintenance practices to ensure the safety of both the dam and surrounding communities. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the need for proactive risk management measures for dams like Willie Wilbourne becomes increasingly critical.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
450 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Willie Wilbourne Dam