Flooding and stormwater around Saoyah/Sahoy wetlands
Baldwin County
Summary
Saoyah property owners documented water flowing from wetlands across their lots and warned that raising the new retention pond's elevation could flood their homes. The county says regional stormwater ponds and Pleasant Road drainage projects are in the works.
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Last discussed Jul 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
County regional stormwater projects are planned, with development contributions to be coordinated.
Homeowners in the Sahoy subdivision and the Pleasant Road area if regional drainage improvements proceed.
Residents whose lots already take water from the wetlands could be flooded if the pond design raises elevations.
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