Bryant H4 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bryant H4 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Greene, Alabama, specifically in the city of EPES.
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Summary
Built in 1994 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along the TR-DRY CREEK river. With a height of 12 feet and a length of 1200 feet, Bryant H4 has a storage capacity of 117 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres, making it a vital resource for the local ecosystem.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Bryant H4 has not been rated for its condition and lacks an Emergency Action Plan. While the dam does not fall under federal jurisdiction, it remains an important structure for its primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife. With a spillway width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 160 cubic feet per second, Bryant H4 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and maintaining ecological balance in the area.
Overall, Bryant H4 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the USDA NRCS in creating and maintaining essential water infrastructure for the benefit of local wildlife. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources management, structures like Bryant H4 will be instrumental in ensuring the resilience and sustainability of ecosystems in Alabama and beyond.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
117 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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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Sumter Rec Area
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Lock 7
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Jennings Ferry
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Bryant H4