Sugarland Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mckay Lake Dam Will Engle Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sugarland Lake Dam, located in Highland Lake Community, Alabama, is a private earth dam situated on the Blackburn Fork Little Warrior River.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this dam serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. While details such as dam height, volume, and storage capacity are not provided, the dam is noted to have a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and regulation.
Owned by a private entity, Sugarland Lake Dam is not state-regulated and has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. Despite its potential risks, the dam remains ungraded in terms of its condition and emergency preparedness. With a lack of specific data on the dam's structure and history, there is a need for further evaluation and monitoring to ensure the safety and sustainability of this important water resource in the area.
The location of Sugarland Lake Dam, along with its association with the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, raises questions about its management and oversight. As a key feature for recreation in the region, understanding the risks and potential impacts of this dam on the surrounding environment is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts. By promoting transparency and accountability in its operation and maintenance, stakeholders can work towards safeguarding this valuable asset for future generations to enjoy.
River Or Stream |
BLACKBURN FORK LITTLE WARRIOR RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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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.
Sugarland Lake Dam
Sugarland Lake Boat Launch