Sayre Impoundment No 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sayre Impoundment No 1, located in Jefferson County, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1979 with a primary purpose of "Other." Situated along the TR-LOCUST FORK river, this impoundment has a hydraulic height of 67 feet and a structural height of 92 feet, with a capacity to store up to 750 acre-feet of water.
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Summary
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam is deemed safe and functional for its intended use.
Managed by the Mobile District of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Sayre Impoundment No 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the region. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the surrounding community, ensuring the efficient management of water resources and providing protection against potential flooding events. With a maximum discharge rate of 34 cubic feet per second, this impoundment is equipped to handle excess water flow effectively.
With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, Sayre Impoundment No 1 stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Alabama. As climate change continues to impact the region, dams like this play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threats of extreme weather events and water scarcity. As a low-hazard structure with a solid operational history, this dam remains a key asset in ensuring water security and resilience in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOCUST FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
67 |
Nid Storage |
750 |
Structural Height |
92 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
92 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Locust Fork At Sayre
|
168cfs |
Fivemile Creek Near Republic
|
19cfs |
Village Creek Near Docena
|
58cfs |
Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia
|
159cfs |
Mulberry Fork At Cordova Al
|
2820cfs |
Village Creek Near Pratt City
|
31cfs |
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.
Sayre Impoundment No 1