Summary
With a dam height of 14 feet and a length of 650 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.02 square miles. The spillway, with a width of 12 feet, is uncontrolled and can handle a maximum discharge of 30 cubic feet per second.
While the dam is rated as having a significant hazard potential, its condition has not been assessed. The risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, with a DSAC not yet assigned. Although the emergency action plan status and preparedness information is not available, the dam's importance for fish and wildlife conservation, as well as recreation, underscores its significance in water resource management in the area. With its location on TR-Little Sandy Creek, the James Sykes dam plays a critical role in maintaining the ecological balance and biodiversity of the region.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SANDY CK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al
|
24cfs |
Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works
|
1710cfs |
Alabama River Near Montgomery
|
3340cfs |
Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al
|
65cfs |
Conecuh River At Brantley Al
|
482cfs |
Pea River Near Ariton Al
|
860cfs |
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.
James Sykes