Davis Pilot
Key Takeaway
Davis Pilot is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02569 |
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
DAVIS PILOT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Pilot?
Davis Pilot 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 Davis Pilot?
Davis Pilot is owned by DAVIS PILOT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Pilot built?
Davis Pilot was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Davis Pilot?
Davis Pilot serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Pilot?
Davis Pilot has a dam height of 23 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.