Miller Brothers 5
Key Takeaway
Miller Brothers 5 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,362 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 572 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 158 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02238 |
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
MILLER BROTHERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller Brothers 5?
Miller Brothers 5 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 Miller Brothers 5?
Miller Brothers 5 is owned by MILLER BROTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller Brothers 5 built?
Miller Brothers 5 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Miller Brothers 5?
Miller Brothers 5 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Miller Brothers 5?
Miller Brothers 5 has a dam height of 18 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 Miller Brothers 5 last inspected?
Miller Brothers 5 was last inspected on April 19, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.