Sutton Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sutton Lake Dam, located in Danner Crossroads, Alabama, was completed in 1970 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a length of 812 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 96 acre-feet. The dam is classified as a gravity dam, with associated structures and an associated water body called TR-Danner Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, Sutton Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. It is privately owned and not regulated or inspected by the state agencies. The dam is not under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency and has not been subject to state permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The risk assessment, emergency action plan, and inundation maps for the dam have not been prepared or updated, highlighting potential gaps in emergency preparedness measures.
This information provides valuable insight for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure and management of dams in Alabama. Sutton Lake Dam's significance lies in its role in irrigation and recreation, as well as its design as a gravity dam. The data also underscores the importance of regular monitoring and assessment of dam safety to ensure the protection of communities and ecosystems downstream.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
812 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DANNER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Sutton Lake Dam