Miller Brothers Dam Number Three
Key Takeaway
Miller Brothers Dam Number Three is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 44% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 683 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01630 |
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 Dam Number Three?
Miller Brothers Dam Number Three 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 Dam Number Three?
Miller Brothers Dam Number Three is owned by MILLER BROTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller Brothers Dam Number Three built?
Miller Brothers Dam Number Three was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Dam Number Three?
Miller Brothers Dam Number Three 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 Miller Brothers Dam Number Three?
Miller Brothers Dam Number Three has a dam height of 17 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.