Pasco Davis Lake
Key Takeaway
Pasco Davis Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 683 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00726 |
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
PASCO DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pasco Davis Lake?
Pasco Davis Lake 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 Pasco Davis Lake?
Pasco Davis Lake is owned by PASCO DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pasco Davis Lake built?
Pasco Davis Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Pasco Davis Lake?
Pasco Davis Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pasco Davis Lake?
Pasco Davis Lake has a dam height of 14 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.