High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12
Key Takeaway
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 329 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00545 |
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
COLLIER ESTATE
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12?
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 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 High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12?
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 is owned by COLLIER ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 built?
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12?
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12?
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 has a dam height of 23 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 High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 last inspected?
High Pine Creek W/S Dam Site 12 was last inspected on April 21, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.