New Hope
Key Takeaway
New Hope is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00832 |
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
NEW HOPE HUNTING CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of New Hope?
New Hope 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 New Hope?
New Hope is owned by NEW HOPE HUNTING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Hope built?
New Hope 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 New Hope?
New Hope serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.