Hilton Mckee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hilton Mckee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 787 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01631 |
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
HILTON MCKEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hilton Mckee Lake Dam?
Hilton Mckee 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 Hilton Mckee Lake Dam?
Hilton Mckee Lake Dam is owned by HILTON MCKEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hilton Mckee Lake Dam built?
Hilton Mckee Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hilton Mckee Lake Dam?
Hilton Mckee Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.