Boyles Gap Lake
Key Takeaway
Boyles Gap Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01258 |
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
JIM WALTER RESOURCES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boyles Gap Lake?
Boyles Gap Lake 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 Boyles Gap Lake?
Boyles Gap Lake is owned by JIM WALTER RESOURCES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boyles Gap Lake built?
Boyles Gap Lake was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Boyles Gap Lake?
Boyles Gap Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.