Charles Woodham Lake
Key Takeaway
Charles Woodham Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 655 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 389 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01925 |
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
CHARLES WOODHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Woodham Lake?
Charles Woodham 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 Charles Woodham Lake?
Charles Woodham Lake is owned by CHARLES WOODHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Woodham Lake built?
Charles Woodham Lake was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Charles Woodham Lake?
Charles Woodham Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.