Sam Sawyer Lake
Key Takeaway
Sam Sawyer Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 807 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00296 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SAM SAWYER
Private
Nearby Dams
Elba Country Club Lake Dam
Coffee, AL
Significant HazardForest Lake
Coffee, AL
High Hazard 12 ftWhitman Pond Dam
Coffee, AL
Low HazardCoffee County Public Lake Dam
Coffee, AL
Low HazardDonaldson Lake Dam
Covington, AL
Low HazardDevaughn Lake Dam
Coffee, AL
Low HazardCharles Gibeaut Lake
Covington, AL
Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sam Sawyer Lake?
Sam Sawyer Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sam Sawyer Lake?
Sam Sawyer Lake is owned by SAM SAWYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sam Sawyer Lake built?
Sam Sawyer Lake was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Sam Sawyer Lake?
Sam Sawyer Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sam Sawyer Lake?
Sam Sawyer Lake has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.