Dekalb County Public Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dekalb County Public Lake Dam is a state-owned earth dam located in Sylvania, Alabama.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, the dam stands at a hydraulic height of 48 feet and has a length of 665 feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 2,231 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 1,498 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR South Sauty Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its recreational purpose, Dekalb County Public Lake Dam has been classified as having a high hazard potential. The dam's condition has not been officially assessed and its emergency action plan status remains unknown. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1,943 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, keeping an eye on the safety and maintenance of this dam is essential to ensure the protection of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
665 |
River Or Stream |
TR SOUTH SAUTY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Nid Storage |
2231 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
48 |
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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.
Dekalb County Public Lake Dam