Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9
Key Takeaway
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 646 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00593 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
IDUS HEADRICK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9?
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9?
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 is owned by IDUS HEADRICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 built?
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9?
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 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 Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9?
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 has a dam height of 37 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 Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 last inspected?
Ketchepedrake Creek W/S Dam Site 9 was last inspected on March 11, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.