Baneberry Lake
Key Takeaway
Baneberry Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. 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 Height | 16 ft (taller than 39.7% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| NID ID | AL83497 |
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
BANEBERRY LAKE SUBD ASSOC INC
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Baneberry Lake?
Baneberry Lake 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 Baneberry Lake?
Baneberry Lake is owned by BANEBERRY LAKE SUBD ASSOC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Baneberry Lake?
Baneberry Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baneberry Lake?
Baneberry Lake has a dam height of 16 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.