Don Drennen Dam Number 2
Key Takeaway
Don Drennen Dam Number 2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00728 |
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
DON DRENNEN
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Don Drennen Dam Number 2?
Don Drennen Dam Number 2 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 Don Drennen Dam Number 2?
Don Drennen Dam Number 2 is owned by DON DRENNEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Don Drennen Dam Number 2 built?
Don Drennen Dam Number 2 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Don Drennen Dam Number 2?
Don Drennen Dam Number 2 serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.