Mountain Woods Lake
Key Takeaway
Mountain Woods Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length | 1 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01170 |
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
R.B. JONES
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mountain Woods Lake?
Mountain Woods 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 Mountain Woods Lake?
Mountain Woods Lake is owned by R.B. JONES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Woods Lake built?
Mountain Woods Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Mountain Woods Lake?
Mountain Woods Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.