Dubose Dam
Key Takeaway
Dubose Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,146 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00115 |
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
WILLETTE DUBOSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dubose Dam?
Dubose 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 Dubose Dam?
Dubose Dam is owned by WILLETTE DUBOSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dubose Dam built?
Dubose Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Dubose Dam?
Dubose Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dubose Dam?
Dubose Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Dubose Dam last inspected?
Dubose Dam was last inspected on June 14, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.