Kenny Causey #2

TR-BIG PRAIRIE· Hale, Alabama· Built 1989· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Other Private

Key Takeaway

Kenny Causey #2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDAL02297

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
Last Inspection: April 13, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

KENNY CAUSEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kenny Causey #2?

Kenny Causey #2 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 Kenny Causey #2?

Kenny Causey #2 is owned by KENNY CAUSEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kenny Causey #2 built?

Kenny Causey #2 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Kenny Causey #2?

Kenny Causey #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kenny Causey #2?

Kenny Causey #2 has a dam height of 14 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 Kenny Causey #2 last inspected?

Kenny Causey #2 was last inspected on April 13, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.