C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2

TR-BLACK WARRIOR RIVER· Hale, Alabama· Built 1971· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length725 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Max Discharge3,440 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDAL00325

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

C.H.BRYARS JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2?

C.H.Bryars Jr 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 C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2?

C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2 is owned by C.H.BRYARS JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2 built?

C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 C.H.Bryars Jr Dam No 2?

C.H.Bryars Jr 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.

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.