Hill Pond Dam

POLE BRANCH· Jackson, Alabama· Built 1979· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Max Discharge526 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDAL01754

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

M.P. HILL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hill Pond Dam?

Hill Pond 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 Hill Pond Dam?

Hill Pond Dam is owned by M.P. HILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hill Pond Dam built?

Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Hill Pond Dam?

Hill Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.