Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32
Key Takeaway
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 87.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 463 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 132 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00254 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SEDGEFIELD PLANTATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 32?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 is owned by SEDGEFIELD PLANTATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 built?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 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 32?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 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 32?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 has a dam height of 34 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 32 last inspected?
Old Town Creek W/S Dam Site 32 was last inspected on August 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.