Ellis Wise Dam
Key Takeaway
Ellis Wise Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 80.2% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,303 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00297 |
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
ELLIS WISE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ellis Wise Dam?
Ellis Wise 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 Ellis Wise Dam?
Ellis Wise Dam is owned by ELLIS WISE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ellis Wise Dam built?
Ellis Wise Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Ellis Wise Dam?
Ellis Wise 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 Ellis Wise Dam?
Ellis Wise Dam has a dam height of 27 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.