Claiborne Lock and Dam
Key Takeaway
Claiborne Lock and Dam is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is navigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 87.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 2,550 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 96.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,850 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21,473 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 665,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01436 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Mobile District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Claiborne Lock and Dam?
Claiborne Lock and Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Claiborne Lock and Dam?
Claiborne Lock and Dam is owned by USACE - Mobile District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Claiborne Lock and Dam built?
Claiborne Lock and Dam 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 Claiborne Lock and Dam?
Claiborne Lock and Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Claiborne Lock and Dam?
Claiborne Lock and Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Claiborne Lock and Dam last inspected?
Claiborne Lock and Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.