Clifton No.2
Key Takeaway
Clifton No.2 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 | 10 ft (taller than 5% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 3,495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02394 |
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 No.2?
Clifton No.2 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 No.2?
Clifton No.2 is owned by NORMAN CLIFTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clifton No.2 built?
Clifton No.2 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 No.2?
Clifton No.2 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 No.2?
Clifton No.2 has a dam height of 10 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 No.2 last inspected?
Clifton No.2 was last inspected on July 28, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.