Dial Dam
Key Takeaway
Dial Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 44% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02256 |
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
ROBERT DIAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dial Dam?
Dial Dam 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 Dial Dam?
Dial Dam is owned by ROBERT DIAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dial Dam built?
Dial Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Dial Dam?
Dial Dam 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 Dial Dam?
Dial Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Dial Dam last inspected?
Dial Dam was last inspected on March 11, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.