Lake Hardwood
Key Takeaway
Lake Hardwood is classified as high hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 85.5% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| NID ID | AL83495 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROULAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Hardwood?
Lake Hardwood is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Hardwood?
Lake Hardwood is owned by ROULAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Hardwood?
Lake Hardwood serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Hardwood?
Lake Hardwood has a dam height of 31 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.