Calvin Boyd #13

TR-SHUMULA CK.· Built 1986· Earth· 22 ft tall

Low Hazard Other Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Calvin Boyd #13 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height	22 ft (taller than 68.6% in AL)
Dam Length	550 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	185 acre-ft
Normal Storage	107 acre-ft

Surface Area	16 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	772 cfs
Year Completed	1986 (40 years old)
NID ID	AL02286

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: September 9, 1986

State Regulated: No

Ownership

CALVIN BOYD

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Calvin Boyd #13?

Calvin Boyd #13 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 Calvin Boyd #13?

Calvin Boyd #13 is owned by CALVIN BOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Calvin Boyd #13 built?

Calvin Boyd #13 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Calvin Boyd #13?

Calvin Boyd #13 serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Calvin Boyd #13?

Calvin Boyd #13 has a dam height of 22 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 Calvin Boyd #13 last inspected?

Calvin Boyd #13 was last inspected on September 9, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.