Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6
Key Takeaway
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 91 ft (taller than 98.2% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,795 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 265 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 31,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01517 |
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 6?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 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 6?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 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 6 built?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 6?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 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 6?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 has a dam height of 91 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 6 last inspected?
Choccolocco Creek W/S Dam Site 6 was last inspected on March 29, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.