Summary
Built in 1961, it serves primarily for recreational purposes and is situated along the Tallahatchee Creek. The dam has a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, with a length of 500 feet. It has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Saxon has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Owned privately, Saxon does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation. It is not subject to state permitting, inspection, or enforcement. With a maximum discharge of 380 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a recreational resource for the local community. While its emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unclear, Saxon continues to provide opportunities for leisure and enjoyment along the Tallahatchee Creek in Alabama.
Located in Congressional District 03 of Alabama, Saxon is managed by its private owner for recreational purposes. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. With its completion dating back to 1961, Saxon stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreational activities in the region.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
TR TALLAHATCHEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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.
Saxon