Slay Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Slay is a private recreational dam located on Rocky Branch in Chambers, Alabama.


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Summary

Built in 1965, this earth-type dam stands at 23 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a length of 300 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 50 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Slay has not been rated for its condition assessment.

Situated in the Mobile District and under the jurisdiction of Congressional District 03, Alabama, Slay serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. With a maximum discharge of 701 cubic feet per second, this dam provides a serene recreational environment for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature along the banks of Rocky Branch.

Although Slay does not fall under state regulation or permitting, it serves as an important water resource for the local community in Milltown. With its picturesque surroundings and peaceful atmosphere, Slay stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence between human recreation and environmental conservation in the heart of Alabama.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

ROCKY BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

85

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

23
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.
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