W R Sherrer Reservoir Report
Nearby: C C Huxford Lake Odie Sherrer
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
W R Sherrer is a privately owned recreational dam located in Escambia, Alabama, near West Brewton.
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Summary
Built in 1959, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, with a total length of 345 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities along the TR Burnt Corn Creek.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for its condition, W R Sherrer remains a key feature in the local landscape. With a maximum discharge of 63 cubic feet per second, the dam offers both recreational opportunities and some degree of flood control for the area. As a part of the Mobile District and under Congressional District 01, Alabama, this dam represents a significant intersection of water resource management and environmental stewardship in the region.
While not currently regulated or inspected by state agencies, W R Sherrer continues to play a vital role in the community's recreational and water resource needs. As climate change impacts water availability and quality, understanding and maintaining such structures becomes increasingly crucial for sustainable water management practices. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find W R Sherrer to be a fascinating case study in the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
345 |
River Or Stream |
TR BURNT CORN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
W R Sherrer