Maytag No 2
Key Takeaway
Maytag No 2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,403 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00282 |
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
L B MAYTAG JR
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Maytag No 2?
Maytag No 2 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 Maytag No 2?
Maytag No 2 is owned by L B MAYTAG JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maytag No 2 built?
Maytag No 2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Maytag No 2?
Maytag No 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Maytag No 2?
Maytag No 2 has a dam height of 14 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.