Doctor Hollingsworth Dam
Key Takeaway
Doctor Hollingsworth Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00750 |
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
J H HOLLINGSWORTH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doctor Hollingsworth Dam?
Doctor Hollingsworth 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 Doctor Hollingsworth Dam?
Doctor Hollingsworth Dam is owned by J H HOLLINGSWORTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doctor Hollingsworth Dam built?
Doctor Hollingsworth Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Doctor Hollingsworth Dam?
Doctor Hollingsworth Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Doctor Hollingsworth Dam?
Doctor Hollingsworth Dam has a dam height of 15 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.