Mike Wurm Dam
Key Takeaway
Mike Wurm Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 39.7% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00335 |
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
MIKE WURM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mike Wurm Dam?
Mike Wurm 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 Mike Wurm Dam?
Mike Wurm Dam is owned by MIKE WURM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mike Wurm Dam built?
Mike Wurm Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Mike Wurm Dam?
Mike Wurm Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mike Wurm Dam?
Mike Wurm Dam has a dam height of 16 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.
When was Mike Wurm Dam last inspected?
Mike Wurm Dam was last inspected on October 29, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.