Ha Vaughn Jr No 1
Key Takeaway
Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 509 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00424 |
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
THOMAS MORRIS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ha Vaughn Jr No 1?
Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 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 Ha Vaughn Jr No 1?
Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 is owned by THOMAS MORRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 built?
Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Ha Vaughn Jr No 1?
Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.