Charlie Moseley Dam No.2
Key Takeaway
Charlie Moseley Dam No.2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01557 |
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
CHARLIE MOSELEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charlie Moseley Dam No.2?
Charlie Moseley Dam No.2 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 Charlie Moseley Dam No.2?
Charlie Moseley Dam No.2 is owned by CHARLIE MOSELEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charlie Moseley Dam No.2 built?
Charlie Moseley Dam No.2 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Charlie Moseley Dam No.2?
Charlie Moseley Dam No.2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.