Barnett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnett Lake Dam 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 | 25 ft (taller than 75.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 163 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00301 |
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
HARRY BARNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam 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 Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam is owned by HARRY BARNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnett Lake Dam built?
Barnett Lake Dam 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 Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam 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 Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.