Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24
Key Takeaway
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 89% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00257 |
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
BULLOCK CO. COMMISSION
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 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 Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 is owned by BULLOCK CO. COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 built?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 has a dam height of 36 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.
When was Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 last inspected?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 24 was last inspected on June 21, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.