Lee Hart Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee Hart Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 690 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00982 |
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
MARTHA L. SHICK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lee Hart Dam?
Lee Hart 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 Lee Hart Dam?
Lee Hart Dam is owned by MARTHA L. SHICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee Hart Dam built?
Lee Hart Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Lee Hart Dam?
Lee Hart Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.