Sulligent Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Sulligent Dam, also known as Ogden Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Lamar County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 800 feet in length. Its primary purpose is to serve as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for local wildlife and offering recreational opportunities for visitors.
With a storage capacity of 872 acre-feet, Sulligent Dam is fed by Indian Creek and covers a surface area of 70 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition. The spillway, with a width of 70 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing excess water to flow out in times of heavy rainfall. Even though it has not been inspected since 1979, the dam continues to play a crucial role in supporting the ecosystem and providing a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts in the West Suburb of Sulligent.
Although not regulated by the state, Sulligent Dam remains a vital feature in the local landscape, showcasing the intersection of water resource management and environmental conservation. As a significant contributor to the region's water supply and wildlife habitat, this structure serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in mitigating the impacts of climate change on our natural surroundings.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
70 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
872 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
1100cfs |
Buttahatchee River Below Hamilton Al
|
219cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
949cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
347cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Bull Mountain Creek At Tremont
|
123cfs |
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.
Sulligent Dam