Ogletree No 2
Key Takeaway
Ogletree No 2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 255 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00399 |
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
CRESS OUTING CLUB
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ogletree No 2?
Ogletree No 2 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 Ogletree No 2?
Ogletree No 2 is owned by CRESS OUTING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ogletree No 2 built?
Ogletree No 2 was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Ogletree No 2?
Ogletree No 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.