Banks Lake
Key Takeaway
Banks Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00736 |
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
R R BANKS ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Banks Lake?
Banks Lake 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 Banks Lake?
Banks Lake is owned by R R BANKS ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Banks Lake built?
Banks Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Banks Lake?
Banks 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 Banks Lake?
Banks Lake has a dam height of 15 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 Banks Lake last inspected?
Banks Lake was last inspected on August 7, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.