Hale Dam
Key Takeaway
Hale Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 393 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00234 |
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
DR GILCHRIST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hale Dam?
Hale 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 Hale Dam?
Hale Dam is owned by DR GILCHRIST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hale Dam built?
Hale Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Hale Dam?
Hale Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hale Dam?
Hale Dam has a dam height of 15 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.