B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1 is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00350 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
B W COLEMAN FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1?
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1?
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1 is owned by B W COLEMAN FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1 built?
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1?
B W Coleman Farm Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.