Mcmurray
Key Takeaway
Mcmurray is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 68.6% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 265 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00838 |
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
HUGH COTNEY
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mcmurray?
Mcmurray 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 Mcmurray?
Mcmurray is owned by HUGH COTNEY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcmurray built?
Mcmurray was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Mcmurray?
Mcmurray 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 Mcmurray?
Mcmurray has a dam height of 22 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.