Cebron Brown Dam

TR-SIPSEY RIVER· Pickens, Alabama· Built 1988· Earth· 23 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Cebron Brown Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge460 cfs
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDAL02384

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: December 21, 1988
State Regulated: No

Ownership

KATHLEEN BROWN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cebron Brown Dam?

Cebron Brown Dam 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 Cebron Brown Dam?

Cebron Brown Dam is owned by KATHLEEN BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cebron Brown Dam built?

Cebron Brown Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Cebron Brown Dam?

Cebron Brown Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Cebron Brown Dam?

Cebron Brown Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Cebron Brown Dam last inspected?

Cebron Brown Dam was last inspected on December 21, 1988. 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.