Charob Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charob Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 81.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01319 |
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 & ROBERT LEWIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charob Lake Dam?
Charob Lake 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 Charob Lake Dam?
Charob Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES & ROBERT LEWIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charob Lake Dam built?
Charob Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Charob Lake Dam?
Charob Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charob Lake Dam?
Charob Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Charob Lake Dam last inspected?
Charob Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.