Daisy Falls
Key Takeaway
Daisy Falls is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02444 |
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
DAISY FALLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daisy Falls?
Daisy Falls 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 Daisy Falls?
Daisy Falls is owned by DAISY FALLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daisy Falls built?
Daisy Falls was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Daisy Falls?
Daisy Falls 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 Daisy Falls?
Daisy Falls has a dam height of 18 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 Daisy Falls last inspected?
Daisy Falls was last inspected on October 27, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.