C C Huxford Lake
Key Takeaway
C C Huxford Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 487 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 355 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00092 |
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
C C HUXFORD JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of C C Huxford Lake?
C C Huxford 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 C C Huxford Lake?
C C Huxford Lake is owned by C C HUXFORD JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was C C Huxford Lake built?
C C Huxford Lake was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 C C Huxford Lake?
C C Huxford Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is C C Huxford Lake?
C C Huxford Lake has a dam height of 15 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.