Brunson No. 1
Key Takeaway
Brunson No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 10.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02357 |
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
HUETT BRUNSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brunson No. 1?
Brunson No. 1 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 Brunson No. 1?
Brunson No. 1 is owned by HUETT BRUNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brunson No. 1 built?
Brunson No. 1 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Brunson No. 1?
Brunson No. 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brunson No. 1?
Brunson No. 1 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 Brunson No. 1 last inspected?
Brunson No. 1 was last inspected on February 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.