Alnoname No.1
Key Takeaway
Alnoname No.1 is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 203 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01116 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
R A WADE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alnoname No.1?
Alnoname No.1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Alnoname No.1?
Alnoname No.1 is owned by R A WADE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alnoname No.1 built?
Alnoname No.1 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Alnoname No.1?
Alnoname No.1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.