Pearce #1
Key Takeaway
Pearce #1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 44% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02046 |
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
DAVID PEARCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pearce #1?
Pearce #1 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 Pearce #1?
Pearce #1 is owned by DAVID PEARCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pearce #1 built?
Pearce #1 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Pearce #1?
Pearce #1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pearce #1?
Pearce #1 has a dam height of 17 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.