Sargent Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schryer Camp Hill Reservoir
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sargent is a privately owned dam located in Camp Hill, Alabama, along the TR Andrews Branch river.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1979, primarily serves for recreational purposes with a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Standing at a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, Sargent spans 225 feet in length. Despite its low hazard potential and current "Not Rated" condition assessment, the dam has not been inspected recently, and its emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown.
While Sargent does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, it is situated within Congressional District 03 of Alabama. The dam does not have any associated structures or federal agency ownership, funding, or oversight. With a spillway width of 0 feet and no locks present, the dam's purpose is solely for recreational use. Despite the lack of recent inspection and assessment data, Sargent's low hazard potential suggests it poses minimal risk to the surrounding area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Sargent an interesting case study due to its unique combination of private ownership, recreational purpose, and minimal hazard potential. The dam's location in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, offers opportunities for further research into its hydrological impact on the TR Andrews Branch river and surrounding ecosystem. As the dam's maintenance and emergency preparedness status are unclear, there is a potential need for increased monitoring and assessment to ensure the safety and integrity of Sargent for both recreational users and the local community.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
225 |
River Or Stream |
TR ANDREWS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Sargent