Suggs Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bowling Frank Davis
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Suggs, located in Montgomery, Alabama, is a private earth dam built in 1946 for recreational purposes along the TR Pintlalla Creek.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 4 feet and a structural height of 7 feet, the dam stretches 2810 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Suggs does not have a condition assessment rating and has not been inspected in recent years. The dam is not regulated by the state and does not have an emergency action plan in place.
The dam, owned privately, is not under federal jurisdiction and has no associated structures or federal agency involvement in its design, construction, or operation. It is situated in Friendship Church in Congressional District 07 of Alabama, represented by Terri A. Sewell. Although the dam serves a recreational purpose, it does not have designated spillways or locks, and its maximum discharge capacity is 970 cubic feet per second. Suggs remains a relatively unknown structure with limited information available on its risk management measures and emergency preparedness.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Suggs may find its historical significance as a recreational dam on the TR Pintlalla Creek intriguing. Its location in a serene setting in Montgomery, Alabama, offers a potential area for outdoor activities and nature appreciation. While the dam's condition assessment and emergency action plan status are unknown, its low hazard potential suggests minimal risk to the surrounding area. Further research and exploration of Suggs could provide valuable insights into local water resource management practices and the intersection of infrastructure development with environmental conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
2810 |
River Or Stream |
TR PINTLALLA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
4 |
Nid Storage |
210 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Suggs