Cahaba Lake
Key Takeaway
Cahaba Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01254 |
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
STONEHENGE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cahaba Lake?
Cahaba 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 Cahaba Lake?
Cahaba Lake is owned by STONEHENGE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cahaba Lake built?
Cahaba Lake was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Cahaba Lake?
Cahaba Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.