Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31
Key Takeaway
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,922 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 602 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00255 |
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
MAYTAG ESTATES
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 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 31?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 is owned by MAYTAG ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 built?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 31?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 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 31?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 has a dam height of 20 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 31 last inspected?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 31 was last inspected on August 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.