C E Sellers No 4 Reservoir Report
Nearby: C E Sellers No 2 C E Sellers No 3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
C E Sellers No 4 is a private-owned dam located in Montgomery, Alabama, specifically in the city of Downing.
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Summary
It was completed in 1963 and serves primarily for recreation purposes, with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 22 feet. The dam is situated on the TR Little Catoma Creek and has a total length of 700 feet, offering a maximum storage capacity of 165 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and being in a not rated condition, C E Sellers No 4 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 98 acre-feet, the dam helps regulate water flow and provides recreational opportunities for the local community. Additionally, its location within Congressional District 02 of Alabama underlines its significance in the region.
Although not currently regulated or inspected by state authorities, C E Sellers No 4 remains an essential infrastructure for water management and recreation in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of dams like C E Sellers No 4 is crucial in ensuring the sustainable use of water resources and building resilience to climate change impacts.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
700 |
River Or Stream |
TR LITTLE CATOMA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al
|
24cfs |
Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works
|
1710cfs |
Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al
|
65cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Pea River Near Ariton Al
|
860cfs |
Conecuh River At Brantley Al
|
482cfs |
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.
C E Sellers No 4