Lake Chinnabee Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Chinnabee Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 75.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 171 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00001 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Chinnabee Dam?
Lake Chinnabee 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 Lake Chinnabee Dam?
Lake Chinnabee Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Chinnabee Dam built?
Lake Chinnabee Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Lake Chinnabee Dam?
Lake Chinnabee Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Chinnabee Dam?
Lake Chinnabee Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lake Chinnabee Dam last inspected?
Lake Chinnabee Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.