Mitchell Hale Pond 1
Key Takeaway
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02366 |
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
MITCHELL HALE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mitchell Hale Pond 1?
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 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 Mitchell Hale Pond 1?
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 is owned by MITCHELL HALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitchell Hale Pond 1 built?
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Mitchell Hale Pond 1?
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 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 Mitchell Hale Pond 1?
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 has a dam height of 15 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 Mitchell Hale Pond 1 last inspected?
Mitchell Hale Pond 1 was last inspected on October 5, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.