Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28
Key Takeaway
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 65.6% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 2,340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 964 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 188 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01996 |
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
H C BECKMAN & D C BECKMAN
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 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 28?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 is owned by H C BECKMAN & D C BECKMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 built?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 28?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. 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 28?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 has a dam height of 21 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 28 last inspected?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 28 was last inspected on July 31, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.