Alva Caine #1
Key Takeaway
Alva Caine #1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 20.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02301 |
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
ALVA CAINE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alva Caine #1?
Alva Caine #1 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 Alva Caine #1?
Alva Caine #1 is owned by ALVA CAINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alva Caine #1 built?
Alva Caine #1 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Alva Caine #1?
Alva Caine #1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alva Caine #1?
Alva Caine #1 has a dam height of 13 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.
When was Alva Caine #1 last inspected?
Alva Caine #1 was last inspected on September 19, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.