Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11
Key Takeaway
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 97% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 523 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00910 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ANNISTON AL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 is owned by CITY OF ANNISTON AL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 built?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 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 Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 has a dam height of 75 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 Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 last inspected?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 11 was last inspected on August 12, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.