Bishop No. 8
Key Takeaway
Bishop No. 8 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 10.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02404 |
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
JOHNNY BISHOP
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bishop No. 8?
Bishop No. 8 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 Bishop No. 8?
Bishop No. 8 is owned by JOHNNY BISHOP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bishop No. 8 built?
Bishop No. 8 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 Bishop No. 8?
Bishop No. 8 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 Bishop No. 8?
Bishop No. 8 has a dam height of 11 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 Bishop No. 8 last inspected?
Bishop No. 8 was last inspected on March 23, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.