Burnis Barton No. 1 dam
Burnis Barton No. 1
Burnis Barton No. 1, also known as Lake Sherry, is a privately owned earth dam located in Perry, Alabama. Built in 1979 by USDA NRCS, this structure serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond, fire protection, stock, small fish pond, grade stabilization, and recreation. With a dam height of 24 feet and a length of 1375 feet, it has a storage capacity of 389 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 38 acres.
Situated on TR-Big Prairie Creek, Burnis Barton No. 1 is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Alabama. The dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as moderate risk, with no recent condition assessment available. Despite not being federally regulated or inspected, the dam's design and construction meet safety guidelines, ensuring the protection of downstream areas in case of emergencies. Overall, Burnis Barton No. 1 represents a vital water resource for the local ecosystem and community, contributing to conservation efforts and enhancing recreational opportunities.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Burnis Barton No. 1 stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for ecological and recreational purposes. Its location in the Mobile District of Alabama makes it a valuable asset for wildlife conservation and water storage, showcasing the collaboration between private owners and government agencies in stewarding natural resources. As efforts to address climate change intensify, structures like Burnis Barton No. 1 play a crucial role in enhancing resilience to extreme weather events and ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Burnis Barton No. 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al | 698 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee R At Demopolis L&D Near Coatopa | 2,730 cfs | → |
| Black Warrior River At Selden L & D Near Eutaw | 263 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River At Centreville Al | 318 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 103 cfs | → |
| Elliotts Creek At Moundville Al | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Burnis Barton No. 1.
Campgrounds
- Lock 5
- Payne Lake Spillway
- Payne Lake East Side
- Lake Payne Westside Campground
- Payne Lake Recreation Area
- Hunters Camp
Fishing spots
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Track Burnis Barton No. 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Burnis Barton No. 1
Where does the data for Burnis Barton No. 1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Burnis Barton No. 1.