Laminack

TR-MUSCADINE CK.· Cleburne, Alabama· Built 1985· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Laminack is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge285 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDAL02353

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JIMMY LAMINACK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laminack?

Laminack 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 Laminack?

Laminack is owned by JIMMY LAMINACK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Laminack built?

Laminack was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Laminack?

Laminack 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 Laminack?

Laminack has a dam height of 15 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.

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.