Lake Gloria Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Gloria Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 15.1% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,665 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 535 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01143 |
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
V P FISHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Gloria Dam?
Lake Gloria 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 Gloria Dam?
Lake Gloria Dam is owned by V P FISHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Gloria Dam built?
Lake Gloria Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Gloria Dam?
Lake Gloria 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 Gloria Dam?
Lake Gloria Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Gloria Dam last inspected?
Lake Gloria Dam was last inspected on September 4, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.