Autrey Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Autrey, also known as Autrey Pond, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Butler, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands 12 feet tall and spans a length of 400 feet. With a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, Autrey serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond in addition to its primary function as a fish and wildlife habitat.
Situated in the TR-MUSSEL CK river/stream system, Autrey is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it has not undergone any recent modifications or inspections. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge of 402 cubic feet per second.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Autrey to be a fascinating structure due to its unique design and purpose. As a private pond, it provides a valuable habitat for wildlife and plays a role in fire protection in the area. The risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUSSEL CK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill
|
88cfs |
Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al
|
402cfs |
Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al
|
169cfs |
Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al
|
24cfs |
Conecuh River At Brantley Al
|
482cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Autrey