Clifton #1
Key Takeaway
Clifton #1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 3,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 760 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02393 |
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
NORMAN CLIFTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clifton #1?
Clifton #1 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 Clifton #1?
Clifton #1 is owned by NORMAN CLIFTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clifton #1 built?
Clifton #1 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Clifton #1?
Clifton #1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clifton #1?
Clifton #1 has a dam height of 19 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 Clifton #1 last inspected?
Clifton #1 was last inspected on July 28, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.