Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3
Key Takeaway
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 95% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 783 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 822 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,201 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00590 |
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
CITIES OF ASHLAND AND LINEVILLE
Local Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3?
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 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 Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3?
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 is owned by CITIES OF ASHLAND AND LINEVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 built?
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3?
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3?
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 has a dam height of 55 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 Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 last inspected?
Crooked Creek W/S Dam Site 3 was last inspected on March 18, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.