Citronelle Municipal Park Lake
Key Takeaway
Citronelle Municipal Park Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 2,365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01680 |
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
CITY OF CITRONELLE
Local Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Citronelle Municipal Park Lake?
Citronelle Municipal Park Lake 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 Citronelle Municipal Park Lake?
Citronelle Municipal Park Lake is owned by CITY OF CITRONELLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Citronelle Municipal Park Lake built?
Citronelle Municipal Park Lake was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Citronelle Municipal Park Lake?
Citronelle Municipal Park Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.