George Smelley
Key Takeaway
George Smelley is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 335 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02322 |
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
GEORGE W. SMELLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George Smelley?
George Smelley 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 George Smelley?
George Smelley is owned by GEORGE W. SMELLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George Smelley built?
George Smelley was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 George Smelley?
George Smelley serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is George Smelley?
George Smelley 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.
When was George Smelley last inspected?
George Smelley was last inspected on November 21, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.