Cooper Number One
Key Takeaway
Cooper Number One is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 233 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 271 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00029 |
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
NOLAN COOPER
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cooper Number One?
Cooper Number One 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 Cooper Number One?
Cooper Number One is owned by NOLAN COOPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooper Number One built?
Cooper Number One was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Cooper Number One?
Cooper Number One serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cooper Number One?
Cooper Number One has a dam height of 14 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.