Harless Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harless Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 81.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 383 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 268 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01455 |
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
T F HARLESS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harless Lake Dam?
Harless Lake 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 Harless Lake Dam?
Harless Lake Dam is owned by T F HARLESS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harless Lake Dam built?
Harless Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Harless Lake Dam?
Harless Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harless Lake Dam?
Harless Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Harless Lake Dam last inspected?
Harless Lake Dam was last inspected on October 16, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.