H C Huggins
Key Takeaway
H C Huggins is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 44% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00661 |
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
H C HUGGINS
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of H C Huggins?
H C Huggins 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 H C Huggins?
H C Huggins is owned by H C HUGGINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was H C Huggins built?
H C Huggins was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 H C Huggins?
H C Huggins serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is H C Huggins?
H C Huggins has a dam height of 17 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.