Montgomery Lake
Key Takeaway
Montgomery Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 99 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01009 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MAYS MONTGOMERY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Montgomery Lake?
Montgomery Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Montgomery Lake?
Montgomery Lake is owned by MAYS MONTGOMERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montgomery Lake built?
Montgomery Lake was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Montgomery Lake?
Montgomery Lake 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 Montgomery Lake?
Montgomery Lake 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.