Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4
Key Takeaway
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 93.5% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 292 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02318 |
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
LAWRENCE CO. COMMISSION
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4?
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 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 Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4?
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 is owned by LAWRENCE CO. COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 built?
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4?
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4?
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 has a dam height of 50 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 Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 last inspected?
Big Nance Creek W/S Dam Site 4 was last inspected on March 25, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.