Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1
Key Takeaway
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 87.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 404 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01226 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ETOWAH COUNTY
Local Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1?
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1?
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 is owned by ETOWAH COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 built?
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1?
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1?
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 has a dam height of 33 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 Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 last inspected?
Bristow Creek W/S Dam Site 1 was last inspected on January 4, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.