Dunlap Dam
Key Takeaway
Dunlap Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 504 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 282 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 824 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02005 |
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
D R DUNLAP ESTATES
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dunlap Dam?
Dunlap 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 Dunlap Dam?
Dunlap Dam is owned by D R DUNLAP ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dunlap Dam built?
Dunlap 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 Dunlap Dam?
Dunlap Dam 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 Dunlap Dam?
Dunlap Dam has a dam height of 18 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.