Murdock Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Murdock Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00722 |
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
RONALD SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Murdock Pond Dam?
Murdock Pond Dam 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 Murdock Pond Dam?
Murdock Pond Dam is owned by RONALD SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Murdock Pond Dam built?
Murdock Pond Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Murdock Pond Dam?
Murdock Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.