Wyatt 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jamey Clary #1 Lafayette Woods
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Wyatt 1, a privately owned dam located in Hale, Alabama, was completed in 1990 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The dam, also known as L.C. Wyatt, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 50.6 acre-feet. With a height of 16 feet and a length of 700 feet, Wyatt 1 helps manage water resources for the local area and supports the natural habitat for fish and wildlife.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Wyatt 1 plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. The dam, situated on Hardin Creek, has a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.05 square miles. Its uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 10 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 85 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety and stability of the structure.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Wyatt 1 is not currently regulated or inspected by state agencies. However, its moderate risk assessment rating highlights the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to uphold its functionality and safeguard the surrounding environment. As a key feature in the local water resource infrastructure, Wyatt 1 exemplifies the intersection of human intervention and natural ecosystems in climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
HARDIN CK. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
50.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Lock 8
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Moundville Archaeological Park Campground
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Jennings Ferry
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Lock 7
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Wyatt 1