Barnette No. 1
Key Takeaway
Barnette No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 20.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 984 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02387 |
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
ROY BARNETTE
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Barnette No. 1?
Barnette No. 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 Barnette No. 1?
Barnette No. 1 is owned by ROY BARNETTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnette No. 1 built?
Barnette No. 1 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Barnette No. 1?
Barnette No. 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barnette No. 1?
Barnette No. 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 Barnette No. 1 last inspected?
Barnette No. 1 was last inspected on July 1, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.