Bob Spiller
Key Takeaway
Bob Spiller is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02267 |
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
BOB SPILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bob Spiller?
Bob Spiller 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 Bob Spiller?
Bob Spiller is owned by BOB SPILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bob Spiller built?
Bob Spiller was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Bob Spiller?
Bob Spiller serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bob Spiller?
Bob Spiller has a dam height of 23 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.