Billy Byrd
Key Takeaway
Billy Byrd is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 632 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00774 |
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
BILLY BYRD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Billy Byrd?
Billy Byrd 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 Billy Byrd?
Billy Byrd is owned by BILLY BYRD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Billy Byrd built?
Billy Byrd was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Billy Byrd?
Billy Byrd serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.