Hal Huggins
Key Takeaway
Hal Huggins is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 75.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 414 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02329 |
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
HAL HUGGINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hal Huggins?
Hal 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 Hal Huggins?
Hal Huggins is owned by HAL HUGGINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hal Huggins built?
Hal Huggins was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Hal Huggins?
Hal Huggins serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hal Huggins?
Hal Huggins has a dam height of 25 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.