Berry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 546 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00096 |
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
JOHN BERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berry Lake Dam?
Berry 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 Berry Lake Dam?
Berry Lake Dam is owned by JOHN BERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berry Lake Dam built?
Berry Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Berry Lake Dam?
Berry 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.