Echo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Echo Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 79.2% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,533 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01132 |
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
GULF STATES PAPER
Private
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Echo Lake Dam?
Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake Dam?
Echo Lake Dam is owned by GULF STATES PAPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Echo Lake Dam built?
Echo Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Echo Lake Dam?
Echo Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Echo Lake Dam?
Echo Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Echo Lake Dam last inspected?
Echo Lake Dam was last inspected on September 12, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.